Body System Diseases
What is a stroke?
A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is blocked.
Which is NOT part of the digestive system?
Stomach, Alveoli, Epiglottis, Esophagus
Alveoli
The nerves responsible for letting the brain know what is happening in the surrounding environment are called _________.
sensory nerves
What is the main cause of lung cancer?
Smoking
What is Alzheimer's?
Alzheimer’s is a brain disorder that causes memory loss.
What body system are these organs part of?
The cardiovascular system
What is the nervous system response for?
The nervous system is responsible for sending and receiving messages to and from the brain.
What is Arthritis?
Arthritis is a disease that causes swelling and pain in joints.
How many bones are in the human body?
206
List the three types of tissue in the musculoskeletal system.
Skeletal, smooth, cardiac
What is Asthma?
Asthma is a respiratory condition that makes it difficult to breathe.
The lungs inhale air and exhale _______.
carbon dioxide
List three components of the digestive system.
Stomach, small intestine, large intestine
What is Hypertension?
Hypertension is another word for high blood pressure.
What is the difference between arteries, capillaries, and veins?
The arteries take the blood to the rest of the human body. The oxygen is taken from the blood and used by the cells. Tiny blood vessels called capillaries connect the arteries to tubes called veins. The veins take the blood back into the right side of your heart to begin the process all over again.
How do food and nutrition promote physical and mental health?
Eating healthy food promotes the growth of good bacteria. Eating healthy food helps your body feel better and improves focus. Diets rich in fibre can decrease intestinal problems and improve cardiovascular health. Foods high in sugar and saturated fat are linked to disease.