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Question: glandsAnswer: endocrine glands located on top of the kidneys that adrenaline when stimulated by the sympathetic nervous system. Question: Answer: pertaining to nerves that release the neurotransmitter norepinephrine, or noradrenaline (such as adrenergic nerves, adrenergic response). The term also pertains to the receptors acted on by norepinephrine, that is, the receptors. Question: aerobic Answer: metabolism that can proceed only in the of oxygen. Question: agonal Answer: slow, gasping breaths, seen in dying patients. Question: -adrenergic receptorsAnswer: portions of the nervous system that when can cause constriction of blood vessels. Question: alveoliAnswer: the air sacs of the in which exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place Question: metabolismAnswer: the that takes place in the absence of oxygen; the principle product is lactic acid. Question: anatomic Answer: the position of in which the patient stands facing you, arms at the sides, with the palms of the hands facing forward. Question: Answer: the front surface of the body; the side you in the standard anatomic position. Question: Answer: the principle artery leaving the left side of the heart and freshly oxygenated blood to the body. Question: apex (plural )Answer: the extremity of a conical structure Question: apneustic Answer: portion of the pons that increases the length of and decreases the respiratory rate. Question: skeletonAnswer: the portion of the skeletal system that comprises the arms, legs, pelvis, and girdle. Question: appendixAnswer: a small tubular structure that is attached to the lower border of the cecum in the lower right of the abdomen. Question: arteriolesAnswer: the smallest branches of arteries leading to the vast of capillaries. Question: atriumAnswer: one of the two chambers of the heart. Question: nervous systemAnswer: the part of the nervous system that functions, such as digestion and sweating, that are not controlled voluntarily. Question: skeletonAnswer: the part of the comprising the skull, spinal column, and rib cage. Question: ball- and- jointAnswer: a joint that allows internal and external rotation, as well as . Question: beta- receptorsAnswer: of the nervous system that when stimulated can cause an increase in the force of contraction of the heart, an increased heart rate, and bronchial dilation. Question: Answer: the large muscle that covers the front of the . Question: bilateralAnswer: in anatomy, a body part that appears on both of the midline. Question: bile Answer: the ducts that convey bile between the and the intestine. Question: pressure (BP)Answer: the pressure that the blood exerts on the walls of the arteries as it through them. Question: arteryAnswer: the major vessel in the upper that supplies blood to the arm Question: brainAnswer: the controlling organ of the body and center of consciousness; functions perception, control reactions to the environment, emotional responses, and judgment. Question: brain Answer: the area of the between the spinal cord and cerebrum, surrounded by the cerebellum; controls functions that are necessary for life, such as respiration Question: capillary Answer: the tiny vessels between the arterioles and venules that permit transfer of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, and waste between body tissues and the blood. Question: muscleAnswer: the heart . Question: arteryAnswer: the major artery that blood to the head and brain Question: Answer: the support structure of the skeletal system that provides cushioning between bones; also forms the septum and portions of the outer ear. Question: cecumAnswer: the first part of the large , into which the ilium opens. Question: central nervous (CNS)Answer: the and spinal cord Question: cerebellumAnswer: one of the three major subdivisions of the brain, sometimes called the brain"; coordinates the various activities of the brain, particularly fine body movements. Question: cerebrospinal (CSF)Answer: fluid produced in the ventricles of the brain that flows in the subarachnoid space and in the meninges. Question: cerebrumAnswer: the largest part of the three subdivisions of the brain, sometimes called the "gray matter"; made up of lobes that control movement, hearing, balance, speech, visual perception, emotions, and personality. Question: cervical Answer: the of the spinal column consisting of the first seven vertebrae that lie in the neck. Question: chordae Answer: thin bands of fibrous tissue that to the valves in the heart and prevent them from inverting. Question: Answer: the name of the substance that leaves the stomach. it is a of all of the eaten foods with added stomach acids. Question: systemAnswer: the complex arrangment of connected tubes, including the , arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins, that moves blood, oxygen, nutrients, carbon dioxide, and cellular waste throughout the body. Question: Answer: the collarbone; it is lateral to the sternum and anterior to the . Question: coccyxAnswer: the last three of four vertebrae of the spine; the . Question: coronal Answer: an imaginary where the body is cut into front and back parts Question: craniumAnswer: the area of the head above the ears and eyes; the . the cranium contains the brain. Question: cartilageAnswer: a firm of cartilage that forms the lower part of the laryx. Question: cricothyroid Answer: a thin sheet of fascia that connects the thyroid and cricoid cartilage that make up the Question: dead Answer: any portion of the airway that does contain air and cannot participate in gas exchange, such as the and bronchi. Question: Answer: further inside the body and away from the Question: dermisAnswer: the layer of the skin, containing hair follicles, sweat glands, nerve endings and blood vessels. Question: diaphragmAnswer: a muscular dome that forms the undersurface of the thorax, separating the chest from the abdominal . Contraction of the diaphragm (and the chest wall muscles) brings air into the lungs. Relaxation allows air to be expelled from the lungs. Question: Answer: the , or period of relaxation, of the heart, especially of the ventricles. Question: diffusionAnswer: movement of a gas from an area of higher to an area of lower concentration. Question: Answer: the of food that nourishes the individual cells of the body. Question: Answer: farther from the trunk or nearer the free end of the . Question: dorsalAnswer: the posterior surface of the body, the back of the hand. Question: pedis arteryAnswer: the on the anterior surface of the foot between the first and second metatarsals. Question: dorsal group (DRG)Answer: a portion of the medulla oblongata the primary respiratory pacemaker is found. Question: systemAnswer: the complex message and system that integrates many body functions, including the release of hormones. Question: enzymesAnswer: substances catalysts designed to speed up the rate of specific biochemical Question: Answer: the outer layer of skin, is made up of cells that are sealed together to form a watertight protective covering for the body. Question: Answer: a thin, leaf-shaped valve that allows air to pass into the trachea but food and liquid from entering. Question: Answer: a hormone produced by the adrenal medulla that has a role in the function of the sympathetic nervous system. Question: Answer: a collapsible tube that from the pharynx to the stomach; contractions of the muscle in the wall of the esophagus propel food and liquids through it to the stomach Question: expiratory volumeAnswer: the amount of air that can be exhaled following a normal exhalation; average volume is 1,200 mL Question: extendAnswer: to Question: Answer: the straightening of a Question: fallopian Answer: long, slender tubes that extend from the to the region of the ovary on the same side and through which the ovum passes from the ovary to the uterus. Question: arteryAnswer: the principal artery of the thigh, a continuation of the external iliac artery. It supplies blood to the lower abdominal wall, genitalia, and legs. it can be palpated in the groin area. Question: femoral Answer: the proximal end of the femur, articulating with the acetabulum to form the hip . Question: Answer: the thighbone; the longest and one of the strongest in the body. Question: Answer: to bend Question: flexionAnswer: the bending of a Question: magnumAnswer: a large opening at the base of the through which the brain connects to the spinal cord. Question: gallbladderAnswer: a sac on the undersurface of the liver that collects bile from the liver and discharges it into through the common bile duct Question: systemAnswer: the reproductive system in males and . Question: germinal Answer: the layer of the epidermis where new skin cells are formed. Question: trochanter Answer: a bony on the proximal lateral side of the thigh just below the hip joint. Question: hair Answer: the small that produce hair Question: heartAnswer: a muscular organ that pumps blood through out the body. Question: rateAnswer: the number of heart during a specific time. Question: Hering- Breuer Answer: a protective mechanism that terminates inhalation, thus overexpansion of the lungs Question: hinge Answer: joints that can bend and straighten but cannot rotate; they motion to one plane. Question: hormonesAnswer: substances formed in specialized organs or glands and to another organ or group of cells in the same organism. Hormones regulate many body functions, including metabolism, growth, and body temperature. Question: Answer: the supporting bone of the arm Question: hydrostatic Answer: the pressure of water against the of its container Question: driveAnswer: A "backup system" to control respiration; senses drops in the oxygen level of the . Question: iliumAnswer: one of bones that fuse to form the pelvic ring Question: Answer: below a body part or to the feet Question: vena cavaAnswer: one of the two largest veins in the body; carries blood from the lower extremities and the pelvic and the organs to the heart. Question: reserve volumeAnswer: the amount of air that can be inhaled a normal inhalation; the amount of air that can be inhaled in addition to the normal tidal volume Question: spaceAnswer: the space in the cells Question: involuntary Answer: the over which a person has no conscious control. It is found in many automatic regulating systems of the body Question: ischiumAnswer: one of bones that fuse to form the pelvic ring Question: (articulation)Answer: the place where two bones come into . Question: joint Answer: the sac that encloses a joint. Question: Answer: two retroperitoneal that excrete the end products of metabolism as urine and regulate the body's salt and water content. Question: breathingAnswer: the use of muscles of the chest, back, and abdomen to assist in expanding the ; occurs when air movement is impaired. Question: lactic Answer: a end product of the breakdown of glucose that accumulates when metabolism proceeds in the absence of oxygen Question: intestineAnswer: the portion of the digestive tube that encircles the abdomen around the small bowel, consisting of the , the colon, and the rectum. It helps regulate water balance and eliminate solid waste. Question: Answer: in anatomy, parts of the body that lie farther away from the midline. Also outer structures. Question: lesser Answer: the projection on the /superior portion of the femur. Question: Answer: a band of tissue that connects bones to bones. It supports and strengthens a joint. Question: Answer: a large solid organ that lies in the right upper quadrant immediately below the diaphragm; it produces bile, stores glucose for immediate use by the body, and produces many substances that help regulate responses Question: spineAnswer: the lower part of the back, formed by the five nonfused vertebrae; also called the dorsal spine. Question: mandibleAnswer: the bone of the jaw. Question: Answer: the upper quarter of the Question: maxillaeAnswer: the upper jawbones that assist in the formation of the orbit, the nasal cavity, and the and hold the upper teeth. Question: Answer: parts of the body that lie closer to the midline; also inner structures. Question: oblongataAnswer: nerve tissue that is continuous inferiorly with the spinal cord; serves as a conduction pathway for ascending and descending nerve tracts; coordinates heart rate, blood vessel diameter, , swallowing, vomiting, coughing, and sneezing. Question: Answer: the part of the upper brain that is responsible for helping to regulate the of consciousness. Question: midsagittal (midline)Answer: an vertical line drawn from the middle of the forehead through the nose and umbilicus (navel) to the floor. Question: minute Answer: the amount of air that moves in and out of the lungs per minute minus the dead ;also called minute ventilation Question: motor Answer: that carry information from the central nervous system to the muscles of the body. Question: membranesAnswer: the lining of body cavities and passages that directly or indirectly with the environment outside the body. Question: mucusAnswer: the opaque, sticky secretion of the mucous that lubricates the body openings. Question: musculoskeletal Answer: the bones and voluntary muscles of the Question: myocardiumAnswer: the heart Question: nasopharynxAnswer: the part of the pharynx that lies above the level of the roof of the mouth, or . Question: nervous Answer: the system that controls virtually all activities of the body, both voluntary and . Question: Answer: a neurotransmitter and drug sometimes used in the treatment of shock; produces vasocontriction its alpha- stimulator properties. Question: Answer: the most posterior of the cranium Question: oncotic Answer: the pressure of water to move, typically into a capillary, as a of the presence of plasma proteins. Question: orbitAnswer: the eye socket, made up of the maxilla and Question: oropharynxAnswer: a tubular structure that extends vertically from the back of the to the esophagus and trachea Question: Answer: female glands that sex hormones and ova (eggs). Question: Answer: the forward facing part of the hand in the position Question: pancreasAnswer: a flat, solid organ that lies below the liver and the ; it is a major source of digestive enzymes and produces the hormone insulin Question: parasympathetic systemAnswer: a subdivision of the autonomic nervous system, involved in control of involuntary, vegetative functions, mediated by the vagus nerve through the chemical acetylcholine. Question: regionsAnswer: the areas the temporal and occipital regions of the cranium Question: patellaAnswer: the ; a specialized bone that lies within the tendon of the quadriceps muscle. Question: Answer: the of how normal physiologic processes are affected by disease. Question: perfusionAnswer: the circulation of oxygenated blood within an organ or in adequate amounts to meet the cells current needs Question: peripheral systemAnswer: the part of the nervous system that of 31 pairs of spinal nerves and 12 pairs of cranial nerves. these peripheral nerves may be sensory nerves, motor nerves, or connecting nerves. Question: Answer: the wavelike contraction of muscle by which the ureters or other tubular organs propel their contents. Question: Answer: the surface of the foot. Question: plasmaAnswer: a , yellow fluid that carries the blood cells nutrients and transports cellular waste material to the organs of excretion Question: Answer: tiny, disk-shaped elements that are much than the cells; they are essential in the initial formation of a blood clot, the mechanism that stops bleeding. Question: pleuraAnswer: the serous membranes covering the and lining the thoracic cavity, completely enclosing a potential space known as the pleural space. Question: spaceAnswer: the potential space between the parietal pleura and the visceral . It is described as "potential" because under normal conditions, the space does not exist. Question: pneumotaxic (pontine) Answer: a portion of the pons that assists in shorter, faster respirations. Question: Answer: an organ that lies below the midbrain and above the medulla and contains important nerve fibers, including those for sleep, respiration, and the medullary respiratory center Question: Answer: in , the back surface of the body; the side away from you in the standard anatomic position Question: posterior tibial Answer: the artery just the medial malleolus; supplies blood to the foot Question: prostate Answer: a small gland that surrounds the male urethra where it emerges from the urinary bladder; it secretes a fluid that is part of the fluid Question: Answer: closer to the Question: symphysisAnswer: a hard bony and cartilaginous prominence found at the midline in the lowermost portion of the abdomen where the two halves of the pelvic ring are joined by cartilage at a joint with minimal Question: Answer: one of three bones that fuse to form the pelvic Question: pulmonary Answer: the major artery leading from the right ventricle of the to the lungs; it carries oxygen- poor blood. Question: pulmonary Answer: the flow of from the right ventricle through the pulmonary arteries and all of their branches and capillaries in the lungs and back to the left atrium through the venules and pulmonary veins; also called the lesser circulation. Question: veinsAnswer: the four veins that return oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the Question: pulseAnswer: the wave of pressure created as the heart contracts and forces out of the left ventricle and into the major arteries. Question: Answer: the way to describe the sections of the cavity. imagine two lines intersecting at the umbilicus dividing the abdomen into four equal sides. Question: arteryAnswer: the major artery in the ; it is palpable at the wrist on the thumb side. Question: Answer: the bone on the thumb side of the . Question: Answer: the lowermost end of the Question: red cellsAnswer: that carry oxygen to the body's tissues; also called erythrocytes Question: renal Answer: a cone-shaped collecting area that the ereter and the kidney Question: volumeAnswer: the air that in the lungs after maximum expiration. Question: Answer: the inhaling and exhaling of air; the physiologic that process that exchanges carbon dioxide from fresh air Question: respiratory Answer: all of the structures of the body that contribute to the process of breathing, consisting of lower and upper airways and their component . Question: reticular systemAnswer: located in the upper brain stem; responsible for maintenance of consciousness, specifically ones of arousal. Question: Answer: behind the cavity Question: sacroiliac Answer: the connection point between the pelvis and the column Question: Answer: one of three bones(sacrum and two pelvic bones) that make up the ring; consists of five fused sacral vertebrae Question: sagittal (lateral) Answer: an imaginary line where the body is cut into left and parts Question: glandsAnswer: the glands that produce saliva to keep the mouth and pharynx Question: Answer: the thick skin covering the cranium, which usually hair Question: scapulaAnswer: the blade Question: sebaceous Answer: glands that produce an oily substance called sebum, discharges along the shafts of the hairs. Question: Answer: fluid ejaculated from the penis and containing fluid. Question: vesiclesAnswer: storage sacs for sperm and seminal fluid, which empty into the at the prostate Question: nervesAnswer: the nerves that carry sensations of touch, taste, heat, cold, pain, and other modalities from the body to the nervous system Question: shockAnswer: an abnormal state associated with the inadequate oxygen and nutrient delivery to the metabolic apparatus of the Question: girdleAnswer: the proximal of the upper extremity, made up of the clavicle, the scapula, and the humerus. Question: skeletal Answer: muscle that is attached to bones and usually crosses at least one joint; striated or voluntary muscle. Question: Answer: the framework that gives the body its recognizable form; also designed to allow motion of the body and protection of vital . Question: intestineAnswer: the portion of the digestive tube between the stomach and the cecum, consisting of the , jejunum, and ileum. Question: smooth Answer: involuntary muscle; it constitutes the bulk of the gastrointestinal tract and is in nearly every organ to regulate automatic activity. Question: somatic nervous Answer: the part of the system that regulates activities over which there is voluntary control Question: sphinctersAnswer: muscles arranged in circles that are able to decrease the of tubes. Examples are found within the rectum, bladder, and blood vessels. Question: Answer: a device used to blood pressure Question: spinal Answer: an extension of the brain, composed of virtually all the nerves carrying messages between the brain and the rest of the body. It lies inside of and is protected by the canal. Question: Answer: the Question: stratum layerAnswer: the or dead layer of skin Question: stroke (SV)Answer: the volume of blood pumped with each ventricle contraction Question: subcutaneous Answer: tissue, largely fat, that lies under the dermis and serves as an insulator of the body Question: superficialAnswer: to or on the skin Question: superiorAnswer: above a body part or to the head Question: superior vena Answer: one of the two largest veins in the body; carries blood from the upper extremities, head, neck, and into the heart. Question: glandsAnswer: the glands that secrete sweat, in the dermal layer of the skin Question: symphysisAnswer: a type of joint that has together forming a very stable connection Question: fluidAnswer: the amount of liquid within a joint used as lubrication Question: membraneAnswer: the lining of a joint that synovial fluid into the joint space. Question: systemic Answer: the portion of the system outside of the heart and lungs Question: vascular resistance (SVR)Answer: the that blood must overcome to be able to move within the blood vessels. SVR is related to the amount of dilation or constriction in the blood vessel Question: systoleAnswer: the contraction, or of contraction, of the heart, especially that of the ventricles. Question: regionsAnswer: the lateral on each side of the cranium Question: Answer: the connective tissue that attached muscle to bone. Question: Answer: a male genital gland that specialized cells that produce hormones and sperm Question: thoracic Answer: the or rib cage Question: thoracic Answer: the chest cavity that contains the heart, , esophagus, and great vessels Question: thoracic Answer: the 12 vertebrae that lie between the cervical vertebrae and the lumbar vertebrae. One pair of ribs is attached to each of the vertebrae Question: thoraxAnswer: the chest that contains the heart, lungs, esophagus, and great vessels Question: thyroid Answer: a firm prominence of cartilage that the upper part of the larynx; the Adam's apple Question: Answer: the shin bone, the of the two bones in the lower leg Question: volumeAnswer: the of air moved in and out of the lungs in once relaxed breath; about 500 mL for an adult. Question: topographic Answer: the superficial landmarks of the body that serve as a guide to the structures that lie them Question: torsoAnswer: the trunk without the head and Question: Answer: the windpipe; the main trunk for air passing to and from the Question: transverse (axial) Answer: an imaginary line the body is cut into top and bottom parts Question: Answer: the in the back of the upper arms Question: mediaAnswer: the middle and thickest layer of tissue, of a blood vessel wall, composed of elastic tissue and smooth muscle that allow the vessel to expand or contract in response to changes in blood pressure and tissue demand. Question: ulnaAnswer: the inner bone of the , on the side opposite of the thumb Question: ureterAnswer: a small, hollow tube that urine from the kidneys to the bladder Question: Answer: the canal that conveys urine from the to outside the body Question: bladderAnswer: a sac behind the pubic symphysis made of smooth that collects and stores the urine Question: systemAnswer: the organs that control the discharge of certain waste materials filtered from the and excreted as urine Question: vaginaAnswer: a muscular distensible tube that connects the uterus with the (the external female genitalia); also called the birth canal. Question: vasa Answer: the duct of the testicles; also called vas deferens Question: Answer: the movement of air between the lungs and the Question: ventralAnswer: the surface of the body Question: ventral respiratory (VRG)Answer: a portion of the medulla oblongata that is responsible for breathing during speech Question: ventricleAnswer: one of two chambers of the heart Question: Answer: the 33 bones that make up the column Question: muscleAnswer: muscle that is under direct voluntary control of the brain and can be contracted or relaxed at will; , or striated, muscle Question: V/Q Answer: a measurement that examines how much gas is being moved effectively and how much blood is gaining access to the . Question: blood cellsAnswer: blood cells that have a role in the body's immune mechanisms against infection; also called leukocytes Question: xiphoid Answer: the narrow, cartilaginous tip of the sternum Question: Answer: the quadrangular bones of the cheek, with the frontal bone, the maxillae, the zygomatic process of the temporal bone, and the great wings of the sphenoid bone |
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