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Ch. 1. Anatomy and organisation of the body Flashcards

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Types of blood vessels

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Arteries – carry blood away from heart Veins – return blood to the heart Capillaries – link arteries and veins

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Abnormal immune mechanisms

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undesirable responses of the immune system. Allergies as responses to antigens

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Pelvic girdle:

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two innominate bones and the sacrum

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Types of blood cells

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Erythrocytes – red blood cells – transport O2 and CO2 Leukocytes – white blood cells – protection of the body Platelets (thrombocytes) – cell fragments, play part in blood clotting

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Urine

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formed by kidneys. Consists of water and waste products (from protein breakdown – urea). Hormones from endocrine system influence kidneys to regulate water balance, blood pH. Bladder stores urine until it is excreted during micturition.

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Capillaries

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link arteries and veins – tiny blood vessels, very thin walls made of one layer of cells which enables exchange of substances between blood and body tissues

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Survival of the species

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depends on successful reproduction, involves fusion of male and female sex cell (sexual reproduction). Individuals with most advantageous genetic make-up are most likely to survive (natural selection, survival of the fittest)

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Heart

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involuntary muscular sac with four chambers, pumps blood round the body and maintains blood pressure. Beats 65-75 times per minute.

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Lungs

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pulmonary circulation, oxygen absorbed, and CO2 excreted Nitrogen in the air is not used by the body

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Lymphatic system organs

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Spleen and thymus

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Complications

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other consequences that might arise if the disease progresses

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Cranical cavity

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contains the brain. It containes: Anteriorly – 1 frontal bone Laterally – 2 temporal bones Posteriorly – 1 occipital bone Superiorly – 2 parietal bones Inferiorly – 1 shenoid and 1 ethmoid bone and parts of frontal, temporal, and occipital bones

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Three body planes

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Median plane Frontal (coronal) plane Transverse plane

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Thoracic cage functions

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Protects thorax, heart, lungs, large blood vessels Forms joints between upper limbs and axial skeleton. The upper part of sternum (manubrium) articulates with the clavicles Intercostal muscle occupies spaces between the ribs Diaphragm is dome-shaped muscle that separates thoracic and abdominal cavities

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Anatomy

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Study of structure of the body and physical relationships between its parts

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Alveoli

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are surrounded by tiny capillaries, where the gas exchange between lungs and blood takes place

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Special senses

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stimulation of specialised receptors in sensory organs gives rise to sensation of sight, hearing, balance, smell, and taste.

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Motor or efferent nerves

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transmits signals from brain to effector organs (muscles and glands)

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Urinary system ageing

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Fewer nephrons, lower glomerular filtration rate Less able to regulate fluid balance

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Thoracic cavity

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in the upper part of the trunk, it containes: Anteriorly – sternum and coastal cartilages of the ribs Laterally – 12 pairs of ribs and intercostal muscles Posteriorly – structures forming root of the neck Inferiorly – diaphragm Main organs contained within: trachea, 2 bonchi, 2 lungs, heart, aorta, superior and inferior venae cavae, oesophagus, lymph vessels, lymph nodes The mediastinum – space between the lungs

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Lymph nodes

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filter lymph, removing microbes and other materials Site of formation and maturation of lymphocytes (white blood cells)

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Special senses - Brain

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initiates response with electrical impulses in motor (efferent) nerves to effector organs, muscles, and glands

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causes of diseases:

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Genetic abnormalities (inherites or acquired) Infection (by bacteria, viruses, microbes, parasites)  Chemicals  Ionising radiation  Physical trauma  Degeneration (excessive use or ageing)

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What does blood consists of

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consists of plasma and blood cells

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Abdominal cavity

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Largest body cavity, oval, its boundaries are: - Superiorly – the diaphragm - Anteriorly – muscles forming the anterior abdominal wall - Laterally – lower ribs and parts of muscles of the abdominal wall - Inferiorly – it is continuous with pelvic cavity Occupied by organs and glands of the digestive system (stomach, small intestine, most of large intestine, liver, gall bladder, bile ducts, and pancreas) Other structures (spleen, 2 kidneys and upper part of the ureters, 2 adrenal (suprarenal) glands)

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Nerve communication

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 Communication along nerve fibres(cells) by electrical impulses, generated when nerve endings are stimulated

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Epidermis

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composed of several layers of cells that grow towards the surface from deepest layer. The skin surface consists of dead flattened cells that are constantly being rubbed off and replaced from below.

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Communication systems

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receive, collate, and respond to info that comes from the body (internally) or the environment (externally)

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Peripheral nervous system

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network of nerve fibres

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Sensory or afferent nerves

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transmit signals from body to the brain. The info is analysed and collated

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Oxygen intake journey

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Air passes through nasal cavity, the pharynx (throat), larynx (voice box), the trachea, two bronchi (one bronchus per lung) and a large number of bronchial passages which end in alveoli (millions of tiny air sacs in each lung).

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Digestive system

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breaks down food so it can be absorbed into the circulation and then used by body cells. Consists of alimentary canal and accessory organs.

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Endocrine glands

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detect and respond to levels of substances in blood by negative feedback mechanism

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Vertebral column is split into 5 parts:

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7 cervical (first one is called the atlas, forms a joint (articulates) with the skull) 12 thoracic (less movement possible than in the cervical and lumbar regions) 5 lumbar 1 sacrum (5 fused bones) 1 coccyx (4 fused bones)

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Lymph vessels

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with pores in the walls larger than in blood vessels

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Systems

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number of organs and tissues that contribute to one or more survival needs (digestive system)

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Fertilisation

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when female ovum fuses with spermatozoon. The fertilised ovum (zygote) then passes to uterus, embeds itself in the urine wall and grows to maturity during maturity (gestation) in 40 weeks.

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Each lower limb

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1 femur, 1 tibia, 1 fibula, 1 patella, 7 tarsal bones, 5 metatarsal bones, 14 phalanges

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How many organs are in human body?

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around 80

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Tissues

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formed by cells with similar structures and functions

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Aetiology

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causes of diseases:

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Pelvic cavity

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  • Superiorly – continous with the abdominal cavity - Anteriorly – pubic bones - Posteriorly – sacrum and coccyx - Laterally – innominate bones - Inferiorly – muscles of the pelvic floor Sigmoid colon, rectum, anus Some loops of the samll intestine Urinary bladder, lower parts of ureters and urethra Female reproductive organs – uterus, uterine tubes, ovaries, vagina Mele reproductive organs – prostate gland, seminal vesicles, spermatic cords, deferent ducts (vasa deferentia), ejaculatory ducts and the urethra
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Pathogenesis

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nature of the disease process and its effect on normal body functioning

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What’s in plasma

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90% water, substances dissolved or suspended in it (nutrients absorbed from alimentary canal, oxygen, chemicals e.g. hormones, waste materials)

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Nerve cells

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transmit electrical signs (nerve impulses)

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Alimentary canal

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9 m long tube, begins at the mouth and continues through pharynx, oesophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, rectum and anus

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Transport systems

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ensure all body cells are supplied with substances needed to support them (and waste excretion), (blood, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system)

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Endocrine system

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Discrete glands in different parts of the body, they secrete chemical messengers (hormones) to the blood, Slower than nervous system

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Pathology

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study of abnormalities

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Special senses ageing

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Ear – hair cells become damaged Eye – stiffening of the lens, cataracts (lens opacity) Taste and smell – diminishes Hearing impairment Glasses required for reading Bland taste, weaker smell

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Cells

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smallest independent units of living matter, often specialised (differentiated) to carry out a specific function

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Accessory organs

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salivary glands, pancreas, and liver. Salivary gland and pancreas produce and release digestive enzymes, while the liver secretes bile.

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Nerves communicate by

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releasing a chemical (neurotransmitter) into tiny gaps between them, Brain responds by sending impulses along motor (efferent) nerves to effector organ

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Endocrine system ageing

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Pancreatic islets – decline in function of B-cells Adrenal cortex – oestrogen deficiency More prone to type 2 diabetes, especially if overweight

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Cardiovascular system ageing

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Stiffening of blood vessels Reduction in cardiac function and efficiency Increased blood pressure, vessel rupture, and haemorrhage Reduction in cardiac output and reserve

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Ageing

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Kidney function begins to decline from 30 years of age Temperature regulation is less effective in infants and older adults Maximum efficiency is achieved during early adulthood Most organs are able to repair and replace their tissue with exception of brain and myocardium (heart muscle) Aging is associated with decreasing organ efficiency and increasing frailty At maturity many organs have functional reserve (spare capacity) which declines gradually, which allows for some decline before loss of function occurs Influenced by poverty, lifestyle choices (lack of exercise, smoking, alcohol misuse) Greying of hair and wrinkling of skin Increasing age is a risk factor for some diseases: cancer, coronary heart disease, dementia We have an ageing population, increasing life expectancy will have impact on healthcare Important to implement early interventions and prevention

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Skin

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forms a physical barrier against invasion by microbes, chemicals, and dehydration. Consists of two layers: epidermis and dermis.

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Chemical energy

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is essential fuel for cellular activity.

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Spinal cord

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lies within the bones of the spinal column

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Protection of the body against name 4

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external environment (skin); microbial infection (resistance and immunity); Body movement; Survival of the species (reproduction and transmission of inherited characteristics)

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shoulder girdle

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consists of clavicle and a scapula

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Specific defence mechanisms

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body generates specific (immune) response against anything foreign (antigens – pollen, bacteria, microbes, cancer cells). Following exposure, a lifelong immunity against the same antigen often develops.

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Verbal communication

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sound produced in the larynx when expired air from lungs passes through and vibrates the vocal cords. Speech produced by coordinated use of larynx, cheeks, tongue, and lower jaw)

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Transverse plane

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horizontal section dividing the body into upper and lower parts (can be at any level)

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How much blood is in adults

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5-6 liters

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Nervous system ageing

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Control of precise movement diminishes Conduction rate of nerve impulses decreases More prone to falls Poorer control (vasodilation, vasoconstriction)

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Frontal (coronal) plane

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divides the body longitudinally into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections

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The Skeleton

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Forms cavities and fossae (depressions or hollows) that protect some structures, forms the joints, gives attachment to muscles

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Physiology

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How the body systems work

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Reproductive system ageing

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Female menopause Cessation of female reproductive ability Reduced fertility in males

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Metabolism

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overall chemical reactions in all body cells. Sources of energy are mainly carbs and fats (when low, proteins can be used.). Can be split into anabolism and catabolism

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Somatic (common) senses

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pain, touch, heat, cold

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Reproduction

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essential to ensure the continuation of a species. Ova (eggs) are produced by two ovaries. One ovum is released at monthly intervals and travels towards uterus in the uterine tube.

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Pathophysiology

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considers how abnormalities affect body functions (often causing illness)

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Faeces

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waste materials from digestive system excreted during defaecation, indigestible food residue which cannot be absorbed and microbes.

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Non-verbal communication

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(nodding of the head) stimulated under voluntary (conscious) control

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Carbon dioxide

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waste product of cellular metabolism. Dissolves in body fluids to make an acid solution, must be secreted in appropriate amounts to maintain normal pH. Most excreted during expiration via lungs.

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Tumours

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when abnormal cells escape normal growth controls and proliferate. Rate of their production exceeds that of normal cell death causing mass to develop (-oma)

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Thoracic cage

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12 thoracic vertebrae 12 pairs of ribs 1 sternum or breast bone

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Inflammation

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tissue response to any tissue damage (trauma, infection), (-itis)

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Lymph

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tissue fluid (material drained from tissue spaces, including plasma proteins, bacteria or cell debris), transported along lymph vessels, returned to the bloodstream near the heart

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Vertebral column

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24 movable bones (vertebrae) plus the sacrum and coccyx. Bodies of bones are separated from each other by intervertebral discs consisting of fibrocartilage.

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Digestive system ageing

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Loss of teeth Peristalsis reduced Decline in liver mass Difficulty chewing Constipation Reduced liver metabolism

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Muscoskeletal system ageing

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Thinning of bone Stiffening of cartilage and other connective tissue Increased risk of fractures Stiffening of the joints Osteoporosis

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External communication

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(special senses, verbal and non-verbal communication)

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Median plane

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body divided longitudinally through the midline into left and right halves

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Nutrients absorbed following digestion

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promote body function, cell building, growth, and repair (water, carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and mineral salts)

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Vertebral column functions

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protects spinal cord, each vertebra has a hole (vertebral foramen), the foramina form a canal in which the spinal cord lies, adjacent vertebrae form openings (intervertebral foramina) which protect the spinal nerves as they pass from the spinal cord

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upper limb

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consists of: 1 humerus, 1 radius, 1 ulna, 8 carpal bones, 5 metacarpal bones, 14 phalanges

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Ingestion functions

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maintenance of water balance, fuel for energy production (carbohydrates and fats), provision of building blocks for synthesis of large and complex molecules needed by the body

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Degeneration

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ageing, or when structure deteriorate

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Prognosis

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likely outcome

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Appendicular skeleton

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consists of shoulder girdles and upper limbs, pelvic girdle and lower limbs Functions: voluntary movement, protection of blood vessels and nerves

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Internal communication

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(nervous system, endocrine system)

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Reproductive cycle

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consists of phases associated with hormone level changes involving endocrine system. One cycle takes 28 days. At ovulation an ovum is released from one of the ovaries mid cycle.

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Resistance and Immunity ageing

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Declines Increased risk of infection Long healing times

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Thrombosis, embolism and infarction

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effects and consequences of abnormal changes in the blood or blood vessel walls

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Cavities of the body

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Body organs are contained and protected within four cavities

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Oxygen

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Necessary for chemical reactions that result in release of energy from nutrients.

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Spermatozoa

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are produced in large numbers by the two testes situated in the scrotum. Spermatozoa pass from each testis through the deferent duct (vas deferens) to the urethra.

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Non-specific defence mechanisms

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protects against any invaders, skin, sticky mucus, antimicrobial substance (gastric juice contains hydrochloric acid which kills most ingested microbes). If microbes succeeded to enter the body, other non-specific defence mechanisms are activated (complement and inflammatory response).

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When ovum is not fertilised

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When ovum is not fertilised, it’s expelled along with uterine lining as bleeding (menstruation).

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Dermis

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has tiny sweat glands that have little canals or ducts leading to the surface, Hairs grow from follicles in dermis. Rich in sensory nerve endings. Regulates body temperature.

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Organs

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built of different types of tissues, evolved to carry out a specific function

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Respiratory system ageing

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Less mucus produced Stiffening of ribcage Decline in respiratory reflexes Increased infections Reduced respiratory minute volume

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Hormones

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stimulate glands or tissues, influencing metabolic etc activities, regulating body growth and maturation. Many other tissues secrete hormones as their secondary function

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Skull

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cranium (which contains the brain) and the face. Composed of several bones, which develop separately but fuse together as they mature. Protects delicate structures, enables breathing and eating.

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