Chapter 13/14/15

Question 1

Upper part of the pharynx, connecting with the nasal cavity above the soft palate

Answer 1

Nasopharynx

Question 2

The part of the pharynx that lies between the soft palate and the hyoid bone.

Answer 2

Oropharynx

Question 3

The caudal part of the pharynx; it is the part of the throat that connects to the esophagus. Lies inferior to the epiglottis and extends to the location where this common pathway diverges into the respiratory and digestive pathways.

Answer 3

Laryngopharynx

Question 4

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, wheezing etc.

Answer 4

COPD

Question 5

The region of the thoracic cavity between the lungs

Answer 5

Mediastinum

Question 6

A condition caused by overdistention of the pulmonary alveoli and fibrous of lung tissue

Answer 6

Emphysema

Question 7

Disease or allergic response characterized by bronchial spasms and difficulty breathing.

Answer 7

Asthma

Question 8

Body part resembles spiral shell

Answer 8

Conchae

Question 9

The drawing of air into the lungs; inhalation

Answer 9

Inspiration

Question 10

The act of expelling air from the lungs; exhalation

Answer 10

Expiration

Question 11

Temporary cessation of breathing, especially during sleep.

Answer 11

Apnea

Question 12

Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the bronchi

Answer 12

Bronchitis

Question 13

Organic compound formed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen; examples are fats and cholesterol.

Answer 13

Lipids

Question 14

Any of a group of soluble proteins that combine with plasma and transport fat or other lipids in the blood plasma

Answer 14

Lipoprotien

Question 15

The double-layered membrane of the peritoneum that supports most organs in the abdominal cavity

Answer 15

Mesentery

Question 16

The sum total of the chemical reactions that occur in the body

Answer 16

Metabolism

Question 17

A mucus membrane

Answer 17

Mucosa

Question 18

The waves of contraction seen in tubelike organs; propels substances along the tract.

Answer 18

Peristalsis

Question 19

The serous membrane lining the interior of the abdominal cavity and covering the surfaces of the abdominal organs.

Answer 19

Peritoneum

Question 20

The tiny projections on the free surfaces of some epithelial cells; increase surface area for absorption

Answer 20

Microvilli

Question 21

Finger like projections of the small intestinal mucosa that tremendously increase its surface area for absorption

Answer 21

Villi

Question 22

A greenish-yellow or brownish fluid produced in and secreted by the liver, stored in the gallbladder, and released into the small intestine.

Answer 22

Bile

Question 23

The hypoglycemic hormone produced in the pancreas affecting carbohydrate and fat metabolism, blood glucose levels, and other systemic processes

Answer 23

Insulin

Question 24

An enzyme found chiefly in saliva and pancreatic fluid, that converts starch and glycogen into simple sugars.

Answer 24

Amylase

Question 25

A hormone that stimulates gastric secretion, especially hydrochloric acid release

Answer 25

Gastrin

Question 26

An enzyme capable of digesting proteins in an acid pH.

Answer 26

Pepsin

Question 27

Irritable bowel syndrome, spastic colon

Answer 27

IBS

Question 28

A form of indigestion felt as a burning sensation in the chest, caused by acid regurgitation into the esophagus.

Answer 28

Heartburn