Body Basics
What is the smallest unit of life in the human body?
Cell
What does the root “cardio-” refer to?
Heart
Which system includes skin, hair, and nails?
Integumentary system
What tool is used to listen to heartbeats?
Stethoscope
Who assists doctors by taking vital signs and performing basic care?
Nurse or Medical Assistant
Name the position where the body stands upright, facing forward, arms at the sides, palms forward.
Anatomical position
What is the suffix for inflammation?
-itis
Which system is responsible for transporting blood?
Cardiovascular system
What system is used in medicine for measuring weight and volume?
Metric system
What is professionalism in healthcare?
Behaving respectfully and responsibly in the workplace
Which plane divides the body into left and right halves?
Sagittal plane
What does the prefix “hyper-” mean?
Above, excessive
Which system defends the body against infection?
Immune system
What does 1400 hours mean in standard time?
2:00 PM
What does “scope of practice” mean?
Duties and procedures a professional is allowed to do by law
What cavity contains the heart and lungs?
Thoracic cavity
What does “osteo-” mean in medical terms?
Bone
Which system removes waste from the blood?
Urinary system
What is the normal range for adult body temperature in Celsius?
36.5–37.5°C
What is the purpose of health insurance?
To help cover medical costs
What is the term for the study of body structure?
Anatomy
What does the suffix “-ectomy” mean?
Surgical removal
Which system controls body functions using hormones?
Endocrine system
What does HIPAA protect?
Patient health information
Name one ethical principle in healthcare.
Examples: Confidentiality, beneficence, nonmaleficence, etc.