Why is scab formation important in wound healing?

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Scabs temporarily restore epidermal integrity, restricting further entry of microorganisms. They also prevent the loss of fluids, maintaining internal fluid balance, and protect the delicate granulation tissue during tissue recovery.

Anatomy & Physiology

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A thrombus is:

a. a clot that stays where it was formed b. the same as an embolus c. usually made of thrombin d. a blood clot circulating in the bloodstream

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List 4 gaits or movements of the horse

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Anatomy & Physiology

Closing or puckering the lips is the action of the _____ muscle

A. auricularis B. orbicularis oris C. orbicularis oculi D. levator anguli oris E. zygomaticus

Anatomy & Physiology

which are attachments of the orbicularis oris? select all that apply.

a) modiolus at angle of mouth b) lower eyelids c) tissue of lips d) skin around margin of orbit e) upper eyelids

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