Health Science Theory Midterm Review 2024

Front

What is the most common site for monitoring the pulse rate in adults and children?

Back

Radial artery

Front

True or false: Insulin resistance is the most common health disorder worldwide.

Back

True

Front

What is it called when a blood clot becomes dislodged and travels through the bloodstream?

Back

Embolus

Front

What is the normal resting heart rate for adults?

Back

60-100 beats per minute

Front

Which organ system transports oxygen and nutrients to cells?

Back

Cardiovascular system

Front

What is the function of the cardiovascular system?

Back

To transport oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.

Front

Define insulin resistance.

Back

A condition where the body's cells become less responsive to insulin, leading to higher blood sugar levels.

Front

What is a thrombus?

Back

A blood clot that forms in a blood vessel and remains there.

Front

What is the role of erythrocytes in the body?

Back

To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and carry carbon dioxide back to the lungs.

Front

What is the average heart rate for children?

Back

Typically higher than adults, ranging from 70-120 beats per minute depending on age.