Urinary system (W4) Flashcards
1
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What does the urinary system
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- 2 kidnseys
- 2 ureters
- bladder
- urethra
2
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What are the functions of the kidney
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- osmosregulation
- blood pressure
- filter blood
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4
Q
What are the 3 major salivary glands
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- parotid
- submandibular
- sublingual
5
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Describe the structure and funcion of the 3 salivary glands
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- Parotid - largest roughly pyramidal; major duct isStensen duct
- Submandibular - second largest. main duct is Wharton duct
- Sublingual - smallest major gland
6
Q
How are minor glnds controlled
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continuously and are under local control
7
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Whta do major glands secrete in response to
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- parasymoathetic activity induced by physcial, chemical and psychological stimuli
8
Q
What is saliva
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hypotnoci watery solution containing
- mucus
- enzymes
- antibodies
- ionorganic organs
9
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What is the function of saliva
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- Lubrication
- Buffering
- Maintaining tooth integrity
- Antibacterial function
- Taste and digestion
10
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Where do the salivary gladns innervate
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directly and indirectly sympathetically andparasympathetically
11
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What do the parasympathetic and sympatheric stimulation do to saliva
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Parasympathetic - evokes lots of saliva
Sympathetic - makes small of no flow
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