Skeletal System
Name 3 bones found in the upper body.
Ulna, radius, clavicle, skull, spine, ribs, sternum, etc.
When you choose to move a muscle, it is considered ________ movement.
voluntary
What are the two main parts of the central nervous system (CNS)?
brain and spinal cord
What is a heart attack?
when blood flow to and from the heart is blocked
Where can you find the pelvis?
hips/waist
The bones in your fingers and toes are called...
phalanges
What are the 3 types of muscle tissue found in the body?
skeletal, smooth, and cardiac
What is an example of a nervous system problem/injury?
concussion, paralysis, Alzheimer's, etc.
A low resting heart rate is most often a sign of...
endurance/healthy cardiovascular system
Where can you find the humerus?
upper arm
A football player breaks his leg on a tackle and his tibia is sticking out of his skin and is visible. This is an example of a _______ fracture.
open
When a muscle shortens (flexes), it is doing what?
contracting
The peripheral nervous system (PNS) consists of _____
nerves
Name 4 parts of the circulatory and/or respiratory system.
heart, lungs, arteries, veins, blood cells, plasma, platelets, trachea, bronchi, etc.
Where can you find the patella?
knee
What is the difference between a tendon and a ligament?
tendon: muscle-to-bone
ligament: bone-to-bone
Name 3 body parts made of smooth tissue.
bladder, kidney, stomach, intestines, liver, etc.
Cells in the nervous system are called...
neurons
Name 3 respiratory illnesses caused by viruses or bacteria.
flu, common cold, pneumonia, bronchitis, etc.
Where can you find the quadriceps?
thigh
Name 3 places in the human body where cartilage can be found.
Ears, nose, tips of bones at a joint, ribs, etc.
Name 3 ways to take care of your muscles.
eating protein, eating fiber, exercise, stretching, good posture, lifting with legs instead of back, etc.
Name 3 ways to keep your nervous system healthy.
Stay hydrated, exercise daily, get 8+ hours of sleep every night, healthy diet (good fats), protect your noggin during activity (helmet if needed), no alcohol/drug usage
Name all 4 blood types.
A, B, AB, O
Where can you find the Achilles?
back of ankle