Chapter 1
It means being aware of and following rules that help prevent accidents.
Safety conscious
What is a splint?
A support that can be made from various materials for an injured body part.
It is the basic unit of life.
Cell
Explain how muscles become atrophic.
They become atrophic when not used enough or it could be due to other factors such as malnutrition and aging.
The system that helps your body protect itself against diseases.
immune system
What is the purpose of the "buddy system"?
It is to ensure that someone will be there to do first aid in case an accident happens.
What is a pus?
A yellowish-white substance on the wound which indicates infection.
It functioned as your kidneys, lungs and intestines while you were still in your mother's womb.
Enumerate the five types of nutrients your body needs.
protein, carbohydrates, fats, fiber, liquids
Bacteria and viruses that cause diseases are called _______________.
pathogens
It occurs when the body temperature drops below normal because of too much exposure to cold.
What results to sprain or how does it happen?
When a ligament gets stretched or torned.
When an egg cell and a sperm cell unite, what is the process called?
fertilization
What is the function of the circulatory system?
It transports nutrients, water, and oxygen to every living cell.
It is the largest lymphatic organ.
spleen
Which parts of the body are most susceptible to frostbite?
Your extremities such as fingers, toes, nose and ears
What is the RICE treatment and what does it stand for?
The most effective treatment given for injuries like sprain etc. Rest Ice Compression Elevation
Small structures in the cell's cytoplasm are called _______________.
organelles
This part of the nervous system sends signals to cells throughout the body, telling them how to function.
Nerves
special proteins produced in certain white blood cells that help fight against pathogens
antibodies
Describe the coral snake including its distinct features or characteristic.
It is a venomous snake that has a red, yellow and black bands.
Differentiate EMT and Paramedic.
EMT is only trained to do first aid while a paramedic is trained to do more advanced medical procedures before reaching the hospital.
Growth refers to physical changes while _______________ refers to learned skills and abilities.
development
How are voluntary and involuntary movement different from each other?
Voluntary movements are consciously controlled while involuntary movements are actions done automatically, or they happen without conscious thought.
It is a gland behind the breastbone that makes special white blood cells.
thymus