Anatomy And Phiology Flashcards
Body cavities
Cranial
Spinal
Thoracic [ chest ]
Abdominal
Pelvic
The most basic unit alive
The cell
Some examples of injuries, disorders, and diseases
that affect the respiratory system include
•Asthma
•Bronchitis
•Pneumonia
•Pulmonary edema
•Airway obstruction
•Hemothorax
•Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Respiratory emergencies can be caused by
•Choking.
•Illness (e.g., pneumonia).
•Respiratory conditions (e.g., emphysema
and asthma).
•Electrocution.
•Shock.
Agonal respiration
Agonal respirations are an inadequate pattern of
breathing associated with cardiac arrest states.
Circulatory system
The circulatory system works with the respiratory
system to carry oxygen to cells throughout the
body and to carry carbon dioxide back to the
lungs.
The circulatory system includes the heart, blood,
and blood vessels
Arteries
Large high-pressure tubes that carry
oxygenated blood from the heart and lungs to
the body.
Veins
Large lower-pressure tubes that carry
oxygen-poor blood back to the heart and
lungs.
Capillaries
Small tubes that allow the transfer
of gases, nutrients, and waste between the
vascular system and the body’s cells. They are
the link between arteries and veins
The hearts electrical system
The pumping action of the heart is called a
contraction. Contractions are controlled by
the heart’s electrical system, which makes the
heart beat regularly
Blood appears as a uniform red liquid, but it
contains the following major components which is?
Plasma [ A clear yellowish fluid; carries blood
cells as well as many proteins, minerals, and
waste products]
Red blood cells [ Bond with oxygen molecules
so that they can be carried to cells]
White blood cells [ Fight infection]
Platelets [ Repair leaks in blood vessels by
promoting clotting ]
Lymphatic system
- Removal of excess fluids (lymph) from body
tissues - Absorption of fatty acids and subsequent
transport of fat to the circulatory system - Formation of white blood cells (WBCs) and
initiation of immunity through the formation
of antibodies, creating specific resistance to
pathogens
Immunological system
The immune system is a network of organs, cells,
and proteins that identify and destroy harmful
foreign substances in the body
Integumentary system
The integumentary system consists of the skin,
hair, and nails . Most important
among these is the skin because it protects the
body
Includes [ Skin, hair, and nails]
Endocrine system
Secretes hormones and other substances into blood and onto skin
Includes [ glands ]
Digestive system
Breaks down food into a usable form to supply the rest of the body with energy
Includes [ Mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestine]
Genitourinary system
Performs the processes of reproduction
Removes wastes from the circulatory system and regulates water
Includes [ Uterus and genitalia Kidneys, bladder]
Direct force
An object strikes or is struck by the body. It can be blunt or penetrating.
Indirect force
An object strikes or is struck by the body. It can be blunt or penetrating.
Twisting force
Part of the body remains stationary while another part turns.
Contracting force
A sudden or powerful muscle contraction injures muscles and/or tendons
Musculoskeletal system
Provides the body’s framework; protects internal organs and other
underlying structures; allows movement; produces heat; manufactures blood
Includes [ bones , ligaments , muscles and tendons ]
Nervous system
Transmits messages to and from the brain
Includes [ Brain, spinal cord,and nerve]
Lymphatic system
Removes excess fluid (lymph) from body tissues; absorbs fatty acids and transports fat to the circulatory system; aids in formation of white blood cells (WBCs); initiates immunity through the formation of antibodies
Includes [ Lymph, lymph,nodes]
