Module 7: Integumentary System

This module will cover the medical terminology of the integumentary system and introduce the anatomy of this ​system to gain a better understanding of the words and their parts. The integumentary system consists of the skin and its accessory organs. The functions of the integumentary system are protection, thermoregulation, and through the sensory organs located in the skin, the sensation of external stimuli. The terms learned here will be useful in many future career paths, such as medicine, nursing, dermatology, and even cosmetology. The sensory functions of the integumentary system are tied to the nervous system as is the thermoregulatory function, therefore some of the words seen in the nervous system may be seen here as well.

("Skin anatomy" by Sheldahl is used with a CC BY-SA 4.0. license.)

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

1. Identify the basic anatomy of the integumentary system. (Course Objective 3)
   
2. Describe the main functions of the integumentary system. (Course Objective 3)
   
3. Spell the medical terms related to the integumentary system and use correct abbreviations. (Course Objectives 2 & 4)
4. Pronounce the medical terms related to the integumentary system. (Course Objective 2)
   
5. Identify the medical specialties associated with the integumentary system. (Course Objectives 3 & 5)
6. Discuss and describe common diseases, disorders, and procedures related to the integumentary system. (Course Objectives 3 & 5)

To achieve these objectives:

1. Read the Module 7 Introduction.
   
2. Read Chapter 7, "Integumentary System" from the Medical Terminology textbook.
   
3. Complete the Practice Activities. (Note: To receive a grade for this, you must click the "Practice Activities" link below.)
4. Add your initial posts and responses to the Module 7 Discussion.
   
5. Complete the Module 7 Pronunciation Exercise.
   
6. Complete the Module 7 Quiz.