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Handwritten nursing notes titled 'Chapter 8: The skin, hair, and nails,' detailing the introduction, anatomy, physiology, and layers of the skin, including a diagram illustrating the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue with various skin structures.
Handwritten nursing notes continuing the discussion on skin anatomy, specifically describing the dermis and subcutaneous layer, followed by details about hair, its composition, growth cycle, and types (vellus and terminal hair).
Handwritten nursing notes covering the anatomy and growth of nails, including a diagram of nail structures like the nail plate, lunula, cuticle, and nail matrix. It also describes sebaceous and sweat glands, and skin biopsy procedures.
Handwritten nursing notes outlining health history questions for skin problems using the OPQRST mnemonic, medical and family history inquiries, and psychosocial history. A box lists skin disorders with familial tendencies like acne, skin cancer, eczema, lupus, psoriasis, and seborrhea dermatitis.
Handwritten nursing notes detailing various changes in skin color (e.g., albinism, carotenemia, cyanosis, erythema, jaundice, pallor, vitiligo) and skin textures. The image includes example photos of skin conditions like eczema and jaundice.
Handwritten nursing notes describing conditions affecting skin texture, such as autoimmune disease, acne vulgaris, hormonal conditions, and rosacea. The image also displays diagrams of primary skin lesions and blood test tubes.
Handwritten nursing notes on rashes, including their causes and assessment questions, along with cultural considerations for skin assessment. A table describes different rash types, and images show eye and hand assessment for color changes.
Handwritten nursing notes on abnormal findings of lesions, covering skin turgor, moisture-associated skin damage, vascular lesions (ecchymosis, hematoma, telangiectasia, petechiae, purpura), and skin cancer lesions (basal cell, squamous cell, malignant melanoma). The image includes photos of various lesions.
Handwritten nursing notes on inspecting and palpating the hair and scalp, listing normal findings and abnormal conditions such as brittle hair, scalp lesions, alopecia, folliculitis, hirsutism, seborrhea dermatitis, tinea capitis, and tinea versicolor.
Handwritten nursing notes on inspecting and palpating fingernails and toenails, detailing normal findings and abnormal conditions like Beau's line, onychomycosis, paronychia, pitting, splinter hemorrhages, and spoon nails. The image includes photos of longitudinal ridging, white spots, and onychomycosis.
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SKIN, HAIR, & NAILS 🧖🏽‍♀️ *notes*

Here’s some notes on skin, nails, and hair! Enjoy! There’s more to come! 💆🏽‍♀️ if you’re in nursing school, just remember to breathe and take a day for yourself too. Self care is most important. Don’t get burnt out!!🫵🏽 we can do this!! Only 566 more days until graduation for me 🫠 we can do it!! 🤎 #nursing #nursingstudent #notetaking #nursingjourney #nursingstudenttips

2025/6/3 Edited to

... Read moreThe integumentary system includes the skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes, serving several crucial functions such as protection and sensation. The skin is the body’s largest organ, responsible for regulation and synthesis of vital substances like vitamin D. It consists of multiple layers, including the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous layers, each with distinct roles. The epidermis provides a waterproof barrier, primarily made up of keratinocytes and melanocytes affecting skin pigmentation. The dermis contains connective tissues and is where hair follicles and glands are located. Nails, formed from keratin, protect the fingertips and are important indicators of overall health. Factors such as nutrient deficiency, hormonal changes, and genetics influence the condition of hair and nails. Common disorders include acne, eczema, and various dermatological conditions which can manifest as rashes or changes in texture and color. It is important for nursing students to learn about these aspects, both for their professional knowledge and personal well-being. Regular self-care practices including hydration, proper nutrition, and stress management can greatly improve health outcomes in individuals studying nursing.

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What font is this one? And what app do you use? I’m obsessed!

2025/9/14
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