Endocrine system
What is the endocrine system ?
Ductless glands that release her,ones directly into the bloodstream. To regulate bodily functions, including metabolism, reproduction, and mood.
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Define Bronch.
Air tubes in the lungs. The large air passages that connect the trachea to the lungs.
What bean shaped organ filters about 50 gallons of blood per day?
The kidney
What is the adult respiratory rate ?
12 to 20 breaths per minut.
Which organ is responsible for secreting insulin ?
The pancreas
When should CPR be performed?
Immediately when a person is unresponsive, NOT breathing.
Define Laper.
Abdomen.
what is the outer region of the kidney called?
Renal cortex
What is the trachea?
U shape tube with rings connecting the larynx to the lungs, acting as a main airway in the respiratory system.
What are hormones ?
Chemical substances produced and secreted by endocrine glands.
Where do you find the pulse for adults ?
Carotid artery (neck)
Define Leuko .
White blood cell
Define Urethra.
The urethra is the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body.
What is the larynx?
Organ in neck that connects the pharynx to the trachea.
Which gland acts like the “master gland“? and what does it do?
Pituitary gland controls the release of hormones from other glands.
What is the chest compression rate for CPR?
100 to 120 chest compressions per minute.
Define Foley.
Flexible, in dwelling tube inserted through urethra into bladder to drain urine.
The inner region of the kidney contains these cone shaped structures.
Renal pyramids.
How many lobes does each lung have?
The right lung has 3 lobes. The left lung has 2 lobes.
What is the difference between exocrine and endocrine glands?
Exocrine glands secrete substances into ducts that lead to tissues. Endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.
What is the depth of chest compressions for infants ?
1.5 inches or 4cm
Define lymph.
Watery Fluid, lymphatic fluid. Circulating.
Define bowmans capsule?
Bowmans capsule is a cup shape structure in the kidney that wraps around the glomerulus and collects the filtrate.
Define normal breathing sounds ?
The amount of air inhaled or exhaled during a normal, quiet breath.smooth, soft sound you can hear when you breathe in and out.