OAPT
what is the medical term for a blood clot
Thrombus
Thymus gland
What is the first part of the small intestine where digestion of food begins
Duodenum
The ___ are responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body
RBCs (red blood cells)
What is the combining form for: hem/o
Blood
Thrombocyte
What role does the epiglottis play in swallowing
What is another name for a heart attack
Myocardial infarction (MI)
The___ is the fluid portion of your blood that transports nutrients and waste products
Plasma
What is the combining form for thromb/o
What role do Leukocytes play in the role of a bacterial infection
Attacking bacteria
Hydrochloric acid
What part of the heart does the bicuspid valve control blood flow between
The left atrium and left ventricle
The ____ glands play an important role in immune function by producing T-cells
Thymus
True/false the taste buds are located in the papillae of the tongue?
True
What is another term for white blood cells
Leukocytes
What is the medical term for rapid breathing
What type of blood cell is involved in the clotting process
Thrombocyte (platelets)
Which organ secrets bile, aiding in digestion
What type of medication is given to expel congestion if it develops
Expectorants
What is the function of the Lymphatic system
To filter harmful substances and produce antibodies
What does the liver secrete
Bile
Pericardium
What is the definition for combining form: erythr/o
Red
What type of medication is given to dissolve thrombus (blood clots)
Antithrombotic