Anatomy & Physiology
What is the name of the tube that connects the throat to the stomach?
The esophagus
What does the prefix “cardio-” refer to?
Heart
What is the medical term for a heart attack?
Myocardial Infarction (MI)
What does “BP” stand for?
Blood Pressure
What hormone lowers elevated blood sugar?
Insulin
How many chambers are in the human heart?
Four chambers
What does the suffix “-itis” mean?
Inflammation
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
Hypertension
What does “CPR” stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
What is the term for the study of drugs and their effects?
Pharmacology
What is the main function of red blood cells?
To transport oxygen from the longs to body's tissues and to carry carbon dioxide, a waste product, away from the tissues back to the lungs.
What does “anemia” mean?
A condition where your body lacks enough healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin to carry adequate oxygen to your tissues.
What disease is caused by the lack of insulin production?
Type 1 Diabetes
What does “ICU” mean?
Intensive Care Unit
What is the name of the condition where bones become brittle and fragile?
What part of the brain controls balance and coordination?
The cerebellum
What does “osteoporosis” affect?
A condition that affects the bones, making them weak and brittle.
What condition involves the narrowing of the airways and difficulty breathing?
Asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
What does “Rx” mean?
Medical Prescription
What is the name of the smallest blood vessels?
Capillaries
What is the name of the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen?
The diaphragm
What does “hypoglycemia” refer to?
A condition where the blood sugar (glucose) levels drop below normal.
What is the term for the cancer of White Blood Cells"?
Leukemia
What does “SOB” mean in medical terms?
Shortness of breath
What is the name of the flap that covers the windpipe during swallowing?
The epiglottis