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Melanie was in a car accident. Due to the nature of her severe injuries, the trauma surgeon performed a splenectomy. Removing Melanie's spleen will affect which body system?
A. Integumentary
B. Lymphatic
C. Muscular
D. Nervous
B. Lymphatic
In relation to skin, muscle is:
Deep
What is the top priority for first responders on the scene of an accident?
Personal Safety
What does the medical prefix/root "cranio" mean?
Skull
What does the medical prefix/root "myo" mean?
Muscle
Nerves, blood vessels, and glands are located in which layer of skin?
What does the medical prefix "enter" mean?
intestine
When Kayla walks back into her house after playing in the snow, she notices the warmth from the fireplace, the smell of brownies baking in the oven, and the sound of holiday music. Which body system allows Kayla to have these experiences?
A. Circulatory
B. Endocrine
C. Respiratory
D. Sensory
D. Sensory
Which type of tissue protects the body by covering internal and external surfaces and producing secretions?
Epithelial
Which individual serves as the link between the citizen who recognizes an emergency and advanced hospital care?
First Responder
What are the eight small bones in the wrist arranged in two rows called?
Carpals
The state of muscle being slightly contracted and ready to pull is known as:
Muscle Tone
Evaporation of perspiration enables which integumentary function?
Regulation of Body Temperature
What does the medical prefix "gastro" mean?
stomach
This body system provides the main structural framework of the body, protects internal organs, and produces blood cells.
Skeletal System
What type of muscle tissue is involuntary, non-striated, and assists with peristalsis?
Smooth
When responding to an unconscious victim, what type of consent does the first responder assume?
Implied Consent
The appendicular skeleton includes the bones of which region?
Bones of Arms/Legs
Flexing the biceps illustrates which characteristic of muscle tissue?
Contractibility
Which viral skin lesion can reoccur after removal?
Wart
What does the medical prefix "hepat" mean?
Liver
This body system consists of ductless glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate body activities.
Endocrine System
This most abundant tissue type binds, supports, and protects organs and includes bone, blood, and adipose tissue.
Connective Tissue
Abby checks an unresponsive collapsed woman for consciousness; what should she do next?
CALL 911
The thoracic cavity organs are protected by the ribs, thoracic vertebrae, and which bone?
Sternum
Jumping up and down in the cold to stay warm utilizes which function of the muscular system?
Body heat generation
What slow-growing form of skin cancer caused by sun exposure rarely spreads?
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Water absorption, bacterial action, fecal formation, and defecation occur in which organ?
Large Intestine
Working alongside the skeletal system, this body system enables locomotion, maintains posture, and produces body heat.
Muscular System
Composed of neurons and neuroglia, this tissue type initiates and transmits electrical communications throughout the body
Nervous Tissue
A man falls out of his chair shaking uncontrollably; what is Aaron's next step as a first responder?
Activate the Emergency Management System (EMS) (Call 911)
A low red blood cell count impairs which primary function of the skeletal system?
Hemopoiesis
Muscle cramps caused by a build-up of lactic acid result from:
Muscle Fatigue
Which staph skin infection is resistant to many common antibiotics?
MRSA
What sequence of GI tract structures does food pass through during digestion?
Pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon
This body system filters liquid waste products from the blood and helps balance water and electrolyte levels.
Urinary System
This striated, involuntary muscle tissue features intercalated discs and is found exclusively in the walls of the heart.
Cardiac Muscle
What core assessment acronym evaluates a victim's Airway, Breathing, and Circulation?
ABC
Malnutrition leading to low calcium levels and fractures impairs which skeletal function?
Mineral Storage
A patient suffering from muscle pain and fatigue for over three months is diagnosed with:
Fibromyalgia
What is the outermost, avascular layer of the skin?
Epidermis
Which feather-shaped organ produces digestive enzymes emptied into the duodenum?
Pancreas
Composed of the heart, blood vessels, and blood, this system transports oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to tissues.
Cardiovascular System/Circulatory System
Which body cavity has the most inferior location?
A. Abdominal
B. Cranial
C. Pelvic
D. Thoracic
Pelvic
What legal doctrine protects off-duty responders who provide emergency assistance in good faith?
Good Samaritan Law
An exaggerated lumbar spinal curve experienced during late pregnancy is known as:
An incurable genetic disorder causing progressive muscle weakness and loss of walking ability is:
Muscular Dystrophy
What pigment produced by melanocytes protects skin cells against UV radiation?
Melanin
Weston's stress over graduation requirements puts him at risk for developing what digestive condition?
Peptic Ulcer