Skeketal system
what type of joint allows movement in all directions, like the shoulder ?
ball-and-socket joint
what does “-ectomy” mean ?
surgical removal
what is the recommend compression rate per minute for adults ?
100-200 compressions per minute
what is the normal range for adult blood pressure?
Around 120/80 mmHg
what type of muscle is involuntary and found in organs ?
smooth muscles
what mineral is primarily responsible for bone strength
calcium
what does “tachycardia” mean ?
Fast heart rate
what should you use an AED during cpr ?
as soon as it becomes available
what is the purpose of taking a pulse ?
Measure heart rate of rhythm
what is the longest muscle in the body ?
what is the function of red bone marrow
produce blood cells ( hematopoiesis)
Break down “osteomyelitis
Bone + Bone marrow + inflammation
what is the purpose of rescue breaths?
provide oxygen to the lungs
what is the correct order for removing PPE ?
Gloves > Goggles > gown > mask
This muscle pumps blood throughout the body.
cardiac muscle
what is the name of the process where old bone is broken down and new bone is formed ?
bone remodeling
what does the prefix “hypo” indicates
Below/ decrease
what should you do if the chest does not rise during a rescue breath ?
reposition the head and try again
what is the term for difficulty breathing?
Dyspnea
This band of connective tissue attaches muscle to bone.
Tendons
Rickets
what does nephrology study
Kidneys
what is the priority in CPR: compressions or breaths ? Why ?
Compression, to maintain blood circulation
what should you do first if a patient shows signs of shock ?
lay them down and call for help/ maintain circulation
This term describes the maximum force a muscle can produce in a single effort.