Health and Anatomy Flashcards

Front

What are the major purposes/functions of the integumentary system?

Back

Protect against injury and dehydration; intact skin defends against invading microorganisms; temperature regulations; touch receptor

Front

What is the pathway for air as it is breathed in?

Back

Once air is inhaled, it travels through the trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, the alveoli, and finally the lungs.

Front

What term is used to describe how the eyes adjust for seeing objects at various distances?

Back

accommodation

Front

What term is used to describe how both eyes work together in sync?

Back

binocular

Front

What are some reasons that a person’s pulse may become higher than normal?

Back

Exercise, illness, injuries, or emotions

Front

What is the name given to the “colored” part of the eye?

Back

iris

Front

What condition would be a reason for adults to have their height measured on a routine basis?

Back

Osteoporosis

Front

The _______ is also known as the throat while the _________ is known as the voice box.

Back

pharynx, larynx

Front

A pulse rate above 100 beats per minute, except in children is?

Back

tachycardia

Front

What are the four main vital signs routinely collected on patients?

Back

temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure