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what is the definition or description of: baby presenting head first?

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Cephalic presentatio: Baby presenting head first = cephalic presentation = fetal position in womb with head entering  pelvis first.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: skin injury from scratching?

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Excoriation: Scratching causes marks and cuts and redness and bruising and crusting -- if continued can lead to scarring.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: baby presents head first facing up?

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: The most common and easiest combo is head first,facing down, because baby has the neck bent down&amp;uses less space thru the birth canal.For you, the baby is head first,but the head is facing up(with the neck extended).If baby is not yet in the birth canal,there’s a big chance he/she will turn on its own.Otherwise,delivery is  more difficult, and may need the help of a suction cup or C-Section.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: dry skin?

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Xerosis: Skin lacking adequate moisture feels tight and uncomfortable. This can result from impaired lipid production within the skin leading to water loss. Patients with eczema are prone to dry skin. Other possible causes include low environmental humidity, excessive use of soap, or internal causes such as hypothyroidism. Application of moisturizing cream or ointment immediately after bathing can help.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: skin tags?

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Skin tags: Skin tags (acrochordons)  are  soft  outpouchings of skin that may be caused by skin friction. They may grown  under the arms  or breasts &amp; on neck, upper chest or groin.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: skin odor?

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Skin odor: Skin odor = unpleasant smell from the tissue  that forms the outermost layer of the body.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: blue skin?

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Blue skin: Is a bluish discoloration of the  body's outer layer of tissue.  Skin may be blue due to cyanosis ( poor blood circulation or low oxygen levels). Some areas of skin may appear blue due to a bruise or in the area of a vein.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: oily skin?

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Oily skin: Oily skin = excess  sebum  secretions on the outer most tissue covering the body.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: soft skin?

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Soft skin: Gentle, smooth texture to most external layer of tissue covering the body.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: thin skin?

Accepted Answer

Thin Skin: Skin is the outer layer of tissue on the body. Thin skin means that there is little depth or thickness. However, this may be referring to being overly -sensitive to criticism or input from others.

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