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Human Anatomy & Physiology Flashcards

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1
Q

Which blood vessel from the heart carries deoxygenated blood?

A

Pulmonary artery

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2
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Where is it best to feel for a pulse?

A

Carotid artery (side of neck)

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3
Q

What does a sphygmomanometer measure?

A

Blood pressure

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4
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What is the name for a heart attack?

A

Myocardial infarction

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5
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What is the role of platelets?

A

Arrest Bleeding

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6
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What is the main constituent of blood?

A

Plasma

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7
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How is carbon dioxide transported around the body?

A

in Plasma

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8
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What hormone is produced by the pancreas?

A

Insulin

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9
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Which enzyme starts to break down carbohydrates in the mouth?

A

Amylase

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10
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What is the name for inflammation of the liver?

A

Hepatitis

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11
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What is the gingiva?

A

Specialised soft tissue

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12
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What is the periodontium - alveolar bone and what is its purpose?

A

specialised ridge of bone where the teeth sit in their sockets.
It supports the teeth

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13
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What is the name of the soft tissue that contains blood vessels and nerves?

A

Pulp

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14
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Which blood vessel delivers oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium?

A

Pulmonary vein

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15
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What is the approximate amount of carbon dioxide present in expired air?

A

4%

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16
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What is the approximate amount of oxygen in expired air?

A

16%

17
Q

What condition would a patient have if they are prescribed salbutamol?

A

Asthma

18
Q

Which condition is most likely to affect the detoxification process?

A

Liver disease

19
Q

What is the small band of tissue that attaches the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth?

A

Lingual Frenulum

20
Q

Which portion of the roof of the mouth is not supported by bone?

A

Soft Palate

21
Q

What is the name of the bony ridges located on the roof of the mouth behind the upper front teeth. ?

A

Rugae

22
Q

Name the 3 salivary glands-

A

Parotid gland, submandibular gland, sublingual gland

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