Introduction to the physiology and anatomy of the skinIntroduction to the anatomy and physiology of the skin
The process of wound repair, after many types of injury which results in damage to the skin, involves a variety of repair mechanisms in the individual layers of the skin and a multiplicity of cells.
To help us understand these processes, let us first take a brief look at the structure and function of healthy skin.
This online module is part of the Essentials of Wound Care series
This online module is Accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of England
This online module aligns to the EWMA wound curriculum for student nurses [Level 4] . The category ‘knowledge/cognitive’ (K) includes theoretical knowledge about the principles of skin and wound care as well as treatments of skin and wounds.
What you will learn:
- Describe the anatomical structure of the skin
- Describe the function of the skin