Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

RADS 1010 > Medical Terminology __Module 2 > Flashcards

Medical Terminology __Module 2 Flashcards

1
Q

fundamental unit of every living thing (animal or plant)

A

cell

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

epithelial

A

skin

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

lymphocyte white blood cell

A

lymphocyte

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

A group of similar cells working together to do a specific job

A

tissue

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

A scientist who specializes in the study of tissues

A

histologist

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

types of tissues:

A

epithelial
connective
skeletal
muscular
glandular
nervous

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Structure composed of several kinds of tissue
part of the body having a special function

A

Organ

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Term for organs located in the abdomen

A

abdominal viscera

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

viscus
(pl.) viscera

A

internal organ

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

6 Components of the abdominal viscera:

A
  1. liver
  2. stomach
  3. intestines
  4. pancreas
  5. spleen
  6. gallbladder.
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

A groups of organs working together to perform complex functions.

A

system

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

System of all the organs and glands associated with ingestion and digestion of food as it travels from the mouth to the anus.

A

digestive system

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

9 Organs of the Digestive System:

A
  1. mouth
  2. pharynx (throat)
  3. esophagus
  4. stomach
  5. small intestine
  6. large intestine
  7. liver
  8. gallbladder
  9. pancreas
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

System of structures or organs concerned with the secretion and excretion of urinary products

A

Urinary/ Excretory system

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

4 Elements of the urinary/ excretory system:

A

two kidneys
two ureters
the bladder
urethra

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

System that includes the organs involved in the interchange of gases between an organism and the atmosphere

A

respiratory system

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

6 Elements of the respiratory system:

A
  1. nose
  2. pharynx
  3. larynx (voice box)
  4. trachea (windpipe)
  5. bronchi
  6. lungs
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

System that includes all organs concerned with reproduction or creating offspring.

The organs involved are different for males and females

A

Reproductive System

16
Q

4 Organs of the Male Reproductive System:

A
  1. testes
  2. urethra
  3. penis
  4. prostate gland.
17
Q

5 Organs of the Female Reproductive System:

A
  1. ovaries
  2. fallopian tubes
  3. uterus ( womb)
  4. vagina
  5. mammary glands.
18
Q

System of glands that produce secretions that are discharged into the blood or lymph and circulated to all parts of the body

A

Endocrine System

19
Q

8 Elements of the Endocrine System:

A
  1. thyroid gland in the neck
  2. pituitary gland (at the base of the brain)
  3. sex glands (ovaries and testes)
  4. adrenal glands
  5. pancreas
  6. parathyroid glands
  7. pineal gland
  8. thymus gland.
20
Q

System of extremely delicate nerve cells, interlaced with each other

A

Nervous System

21
Q

3 Elements of the Nervous System:

A
  1. brain
  2. spinal cord
  3. nerves
22
Q

2 Divisions of the Nervous System:

A
  1. central nervous system
    the brain and spinal cord
  2. peripheral nervous system
    all the other neural elements.
23
Q

System responsible for moving blood through the body which contains oxygen and nutrients.

A

Circulatory/ Cardiovascular system

24
Q

3 General elements of the Circulatory/ Cardiovascular system:

A
  1. heart
  2. blood vessels
  3. lymphatic system
25
Q

The system that consists of the muscles of the body:

A

Muscular System

26
Q

The system that consists of the body’s bones and joints:

A

skeletal system

27
Q

A space within the body that contains internal organs (viscera):

A

Body Cavity

28
Q

5 Main Cavities of the body:

A
  1. cranial
  2. thoracic
  3. abdominal
  4. pelvic
  5. spinal
29
Q

7 Elements of the Thoracic Cavity:

A
  1. lungs
  2. heart
  3. esophagus
  4. trachea
  5. bronchial tubes
  6. thymus gland
  7. aorta
30
Q

The chest region contains the lungs, heart, esophagus, trachea, bronchial tubes, thymus gland and the aorta

A

Thoracic cavity

31
Q

The largest artery in the body:

A

Aorta

32
Q

The cavity located in the belly area and includes the stomach, small and large intestines, spleen, liver, gallbladder and pancreas

A

Abdominal Cavity

33
Q

9 Elements of the Abdominal Cavity:

A
  1. stomach
  2. small intestine
  3. large intestine
  4. spleen
  5. liver
  6. gallbladder
  7. pancreas
  8. peritoneum lining
  9. kidneys
34
Q

The double-folded membrane surrounding the abdominal cavity:

A

peritoneum

35
Q

The organs situated in the back of the abdominal cavity behind the peritoneum (retroperitoneal):

A

Kidneys

36
Q

Cavity located in the lower abdominal area of females.
Includes the cavity is in the lower abdominal area and includes the urinary bladder, urethra, ureters; uterus and vagina in the female

A

Pelvic Cavity

37
Q

5 Organs of the Pelvic Cavity:

A
  1. urinary bladder
  2. urethra
  3. ureters
  4. uterus
  5. vagina
38
Q

Term for “behind the peritoneum”

A

retroperitoneal

39
Q

The cavity located behind the spine that contains the nerves of the spinal cord:

A

Spinal Cavity

40
Q

2 Main Functions of the nervous system:

A
  1. regulates and coordinates bodily activities
  2. brings about responses by which the body adjusts to
    changes in the environment.

RADS 1010 (5 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions