Chapter 7. Care of the Client with Integumentary Disorders
The integumentary system comprises the skin, hair, and nails. Although we seldom think of the skin as an organ, it is the largest and one of the most complex organs of the body. Composed of three layers—epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue—the skin performs several vital functions, including
Protection against infection
Prevention of fluid and electrolyte imbalance
Regulation of temperature ...
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