The nurse is collecting data from a client and is completing a review of the client's skin. The client asks the nurse what the term keratin means in the pamphlet on skin given by the primary care provider
Based on this information, what would be the best response by the nurse?
1 . Body's true protector
2 . Most microorganisms cannot penetrate unbroken skin
3 . Gives color to the hair, skin, and other structures in the body
4 . Help detect foreign substances to defend against infection
A) 1, 2
B) 1, 4
C) 2, 3
D) 3, 4
A
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Keratin is the body's true protector. It creates a waterproof barrier. Most microorganisms cannot penetrate unbroken skin because of keratin. Melanin gives color to the hair, skin, and other structures in the body. Also within the epidermis are Langerhans' cells, part of the skin's immune system. They help detect foreign substances to defend against infection.
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