Module 1 (Systems and Body Cavities) Flashcards
How many major systems are there and what are they responsible for
10, responsible for the body’s functions
What are the 10 major systems
Skeletal
Muscular
Cardiovascular
Nervous
Endocrine
Lymphatic
Respiratory
Digestive
Urinary
Reproductive
Functions of the skeletal system
Holds the body together
Gives it shape
Protects organs and tissues
Provides anchor points for muscular system
3 types of muscles
Skeletal, smooth, cardiac
Function of the muscular system
Found throughout the body and facilitate movement
Functions of cardiovascular system
Delivers oxygen, white blood cells, hormones, and nutrients through the body
What makes up the nervous system
Brain, spinal cord, cranial and spinal nerves
Functions of the nervous system
Communication network of nerve cells
Transmits information and coordinates bodily functions
Function of endocrine system
Series of glands that use information from the nervous system to help regulate the body’s processes
Other name for lymphatic system
Immune system
Functions of lymphatic system
Collection of lymph nodes and vessels that help regulate the body’s defences
What pathway does the lymphatic system use to transmit information about effected areas
Neural pathways and sends healing agents (WBC) via the bloodstream
Functions of the respiratory system
Group of passageways and organs that extract oxygen from the air
How does the respiratory system work
Air enters through nasal cavities
Travels down the throat then to the lungs
Lungs extract oxygen and expel CO2
Function of the digestive system
30 foot series of organs that convert food into fuel/energy
