exam 1: extra facts

Question 1

auscultation

Answer 1

an auditory method of examining internal organs which require listening externally to the sounds generated by internal organs with a stethoscope

Question 2

muscular system functions

Answer 2

• movement
• maintain posture
• produces heat
• ability to shorten and contract

Question 3

highly folded membrane is designed to…?

Answer 3

increase surface area to maximize energy synthesis

Question 4

mammary glands function

Answer 4

part of the reproductive system and are specifically related to lactation or milk production post-delivery

Question 5

cardiovascular system function

Answer 5

includes the blood, heart, and blood vessels, and circulates oxygen and nutrients to cells and carbon dioxide and waste from cells

Question 6

respiratory system function

Answer 6

consists of the lungs, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchial tubes. this system transfers inhaled oxygen to the blood and carbon dioxide from the blood to exhaled air

Question 7

nervous system function

Answer 7

comprises the brain, spinal cord, nerves, eyes, and ears; it regulates body activities in response to changes in the environment through nerve impulses.