ILOs:

• Describe the structure and functions of skin.
• Describe the different types of skin cell and explain how their structure helps them to fulfil their function.
• Describe how skin can regenerate under normal physiological conditions.
• Summarise the obligation for consent in the doctor-patient relationship.
• Describe the concept of capacity to give or to refuse consent for medical treatment; and the right of the patient to refuse treatment.

1. Describe the structure and function of the skin
2. Describe the histological structure of the skin (cellular structure of the skin - cells in the layers)
3. Which molecules make up the skin?
4. Describe the normal regeneration of the skin
5. Describe abnormal regeneration of the skin (with regards to flaky and crusty skin - in elbow and knee regions)
6. Outline the structure and function of an animal cell (brief overview of function)
7. Find out the definitions of consent and autonomy
8. Define capacity
9. How does age affect consent?
10. Give a brief overview of a skin biopsy procedure and what it can tell you

PBL 1 - Skin & Tissue.pdf