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The prickle cell layer, so called because of its prominent intercellular attachments. It is part of the stratum malpighii.  

The recticular layer of the corium just beneath the papillary layer.  

The inner layer of the epidermis. It was first seen with low magnification and described in the 1600s by Marcello Malpighi. It includes both the stratum germinativum and stratum spinosum of today’s nomenclature.  

The translucent layer of the epidermis between the stratum corneum and the stratum granulosum in the palms and soles. Clear, transparent layer of the epidermis under the stratum corneum.  

The classification of objects into a hierarchy; the making of an ordered series of categories.  

The dried leaves of the toxic anticholinergic plant Datura stramonium.  

A shirt with long sleeves laced on a patient and fastened to restrain the arms.  

A radiographical image taken with the involved region, usually a bone or joint, under static force or tension; used to determine if a partial tear or rupture of the ligaments has occurred. Greater than normal gaping of the joint surfaces indicates a tear. Strain radiography reveals pathological changes that might be inapparent without use of…

Device used for retaining solid pieces while liquid passes through.  

An abnormally erect position of the spine, associated with pectus excavatum and functional cardiac murmurs.