{"product_id":"the-skin-isbn-9781394252626","title":"The Skin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePEATE'S BODY SYSTEMS\u003cbr\u003eTHE SKIN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA CONCISE, ILLUSTRATED, AND ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO THE SKIN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach of the twelve volumes in \u003ci\u003ePeate's Body Systems\u003c\/i\u003e series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Skin\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in dermatological care, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEquips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent care\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeatures colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessible\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmpowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare delivery\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains information necessary for effective patient care of those with psoriasis, eczema, burns, and other skin diseases and conditions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface viii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements x\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkin 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccessory Structures of the Skin 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHair 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkin Glands 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNails 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Functions of the Skin 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExcretion and Absorption 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSynthesis of Vitamin D 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary of Terms 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultiple Choice Questions 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Assessment of the Skin 18\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing the Skin 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVariations in Presentations Between Dark and Light Skin 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Patient History 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExudate 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFamily and Social History 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhysical Examination 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInspection 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkin Examination 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHair and Nail Assessment 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePsychodermatology 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary of Terms 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultiple Choice Questions 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Psoriasis 32\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Psoriasis 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePathophysiological Changes Associated with Psoriasis 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEpidemiology 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRisk Factors 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Presentation 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Investigations and Diagnosis 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePsoriasis Area and Severity Index 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse of Photography 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvestigations 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManagement 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth Teaching 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary of Terms 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultiple Choice Questions 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Eczema 52\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Dermatitis 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAtopic Dermatitis 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContact Dermatitis 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeborrhoeic Dermatitis 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePompholyx Eczema 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNummular Eczema 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVenous Eczema 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePathophysiological Changes Associated with Atopic Dermatitis 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEpidemiology 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRisk Factors 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Presentation 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Investigations and Diagnosis 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManagement 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth Teaching 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary of Terms 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultiple Choice Questions 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Melanoma 68\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkin Cancer 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMelanocytes 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePathophysiological Changes Associated with Melanoma 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEpidemiology 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRisk Factors 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Presentation 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eABCDE EFG and 7-Point Check List 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Investigations and Diagnosis 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaging 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManagement 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth Teaching 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary of Terms 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultiple Choice Questions 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Burns 88\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirst Aid for Burns 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassification of Burns 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComplications and Associated Problems 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePathophysiological Changes Associated with Burns 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEpidemiology 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRisk Factors 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Presentation 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Investigations and Diagnosis 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Assessment 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManagement 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth Teaching 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary of Terms 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultiple Choice Questions 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Herpes Zoster 107\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHerpes Infection 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePathophysiological Changes Associated with Herpes Zoster 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReactivation of the Virus 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComplications 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransmission 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEpidemiology 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRisk Factors 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Presentation 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Investigations and Diagnosis 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManagement 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth Teaching 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVaccination 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContents vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary of Terms 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultiple Choice Questions 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Acne Vulgaris 123\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcne 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePathophysiological Changes Associated with Acne Vulgaris 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEpidemiology 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRisk Factors 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Presentation 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClinical Investigations and Diagnosis 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManagement 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLong-term Treatment Requirement 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContinued Therapy 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecific Circumstances Concerning Isotretinoin 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImportance of Monitoring 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLong-term Remission 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth Teaching 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary of Terms 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultiple Choice Questions 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMCQ Answers 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 139\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIAN PEATE\u003c\/b\u003e is a Visiting Professor at Northumbria University, a Senior Clinical Fellow at the University of Hertfordshire, and a Professorial Fellow at the University of Roehampton. 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