Foundations
Give an example of homeostasis
Sweating/shivering
Thirsty after eating salt
Connective tissue
This occurs when blood flow ceases to part of the brain
Stroke
What does the thyroid gland control
Metabolism (is seen in extra or not enough weight)
Name and define one problem of the nervous system
Pinched nerve - caused by spine displacement; very painful
Polio and rabies - infections of the nervous system
Epilepsy - a brain disorder that results from a sudden burst of nerve action
Tumors
Cerebral Palsy - the cerebrum of the brain is damaged
Muscular spasms, poor balance, and problems with motor skills
Multiple sclerosis (MS) - the outer coating that protects some nerves is destroyed
Certain body movements are uncontrollable
The physical, mental, social, and spiritual wellness of a person
Health
This tissue receives and transmit impulses to various parts of the body
Nervous tissue
What is halitosis caused by?
Poor nutrition
What causes warts?
Virus
Which blood vessels send blood away from the heart? Towards it?
Away - arteries
Towards - veins
List the five divisions of the human body from smallest to largest.
Cell
Tissue
Organ
System
Body
Which body system would bursitis be a problem in?
Skeletal
What do you get when you stretch or tear the ligament in the joint?
Sprain
Define peripheral and central nervous system
Central - consists of the brain and spinal cord, controls and coordinates all body parts
Peripheral - connects the central nervous system to the rest of the body
Studies indicate that this condition is caused by a bacteria, although it is also thought to be caused by stress and too much alcohol
Ulcers
What are five things that the body needs to survive?
Water, Food, Oxygen, Heat, Pressure
What is a function of epithelial tissue?
Protect
Absorb
Secrete
Daily Double!
What is the primary cause of Liver cirrhosis?
Excessive drinking
Sending signals through hormones
Originate in the glands
Name all eleven body systems
Circulatory, Respiratory, Skeletal, Muscular, Digestive, Excretory, Integumentary, Endocrine, Nervous, Immune, Reproductive
List the three functions of the circulatory system
Transporting cells to fight diseases
Transporting hormones throughout the body
Transporting hormones throughout the body
What is epilepsy caused by?
A sudden burst of nerve action