Diseases and conditions🦠
What illness is caused by bacteria entering a cut and making the skin red, swollen, and painful?
Infection
What organ pumps blood throughout the body?
The heart
What number should you call first in any emergency?
911
Who helps doctors and checks patients’ vital signs, gives injections, and performs basic medical tasks?
Medical assistant
Which nutrient helps build and repair muscles and tissues in the body?
protein
What condition happens when the immune system overreacts to things like pollen or peanuts?
Allergies
Which body system breaks down food so the nutrients can be absorbed into the blood?
The digestive system
What is the first thing you should do when you find someone injured or unconscious?
Check the scene for safety and see if they are responsive
Who specializes in treating teeth and gums?
Dentist
Which vitamin is important for healthy skin and vision and is found in carrots and sweet potatoes?
vitamin A
What disease is caused by too little insulin or the body not using it properly?
Diabetes
What organ is responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?
The kidneys
What should you do if someone faints but is breathing normally?
Lay them on their back, elevate their legs, and check for responsiveness
Who helps patients recover movement and strength after an injury or surgery?
Physical therapist
Which type of carbohydrate provides long-lasting energy and is found in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables?
Complex carbohydrates
What condition happens when the heart suddenly stops beating normally?
Cardiac arrest
Which organ in the respiratory system exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide with the blood?
The lungs
What is the first step in controlling severe bleeding?
Apply direct pressure
Who provides basic patient care, like taking vital signs and helping with daily activities in hospitals or nursing homes?
Nurse aide / CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
Which vitamin helps your blood clot properly and is found in leafy green vegetables?
vitamin K
What disease causes abnormal cell growth that can spread to other parts of the body?
Cancer
Which system includes the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, and is responsible for sending signals throughout the body?
The nervous system
If a person has a severe allergic reaction and is having trouble breathing, what should you do immediately?
Use an EpiPen and call 911
Who studies how the human body functions and works to improve treatments, prevent diseases, or develop new medications?
Medical researcher / biomedical scientist
Consistently eating too many calories and too little exercise can increase the risk of what long-term health condition?
Obesity