INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM
What is included in the integumentary system
Skin, hair, nails, oil glands, sweat glands
What is included in the cardiovascular system
Heart and blood vessels
Where does digestion begin
The mouth
What is included in the urinary system
Kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra
What is included in the musculoskeletal system
Muscles and bones
Name 3 functions of the integumentary system
First line of protection, regulates body temperature, keeps in fluids, secretes oil for hair growth
What is the main function of the heart
To circulate blood and deliver oxygen and nutrients to the rest of the body
Where does the majority of nutrients get absorbed
Small intestine
What is the main function of the kidneys
Clean the blood
What is it called when a muscle shrinks
Atrophy
Name 2 things that happen to the integumentary system as people age
Age spots, thin skin, less elasticity, loss of subcutaneous fat
What gives blood its red color
Hemoglobin
What is inflammation of the stomach called
Gastritis
Where is urine stored
Bladder
What are 2 main purposes of the musculoskeletal system
Provide framework for the body, provide strength
Name 2 diseases that can affect the integumentary system
Skin cancer, gangrene, alopecia
What is the purpose of white blood cells
Protect the body against infection
Where does the majority of water get absorbed
Large intestine
Where is urine produced
Kidneys
Name a disorder of the bone
Osteoporosis
Name one form of skin cancer
Melanoma, Squamous cell carcinoma
Which blood cell provides clotting
Platelets
Name 3 disorders of the digestive system
Gastritis, esophagitis, stomach flu, colon cancer, diverticulitis
Name 2 disorders of the urinary system
What vitamin should be taken with Calcium to keep bones strong and healthy
Vitamin D