Human Anatomy
What organ pumps blood throughout the body?
The heart
What disease is caused by high blood sugar levels?
Diabetes
What does “cardio-” refer to?
The heart
What tool is used to listen to heart and lung sounds?
Stethoscope
What is the basic unit of the nervous system?
Neuron
What is the largest organ in the human body?
The skin
What illness is caused by a deficiency of vitamin C?
scurvy
What does “neuro-” refer to?
Nerves / nervous system
What is the name of the imaging technique that uses X-rays to view bones?
X-ray
What part of the brain controls thinking and decision-making?
Cerebrum
What part of the brain controls balance and coordination?
The cerebellum
What is the name for high blood pressure?
Hypertension
What does “-itis” mean?
Inflammation
What procedure measures electrical activity of the heart?
ECG / EKG
What neurotransmitter is associated with pleasure and reward?
Dopamine
What is the name of the bone in your upper arm?
The humerus
What disease affects the myelin sheath of neurons?
Multiple sclerosis
What does “hemo-” or “hema-” refer to?
Blood
What imaging method uses magnets and radio waves to create detailed images?
MRI
What structure connects the brain to the spinal cord?
Brainstem
What chamber of the heart pumps oxygenated blood to the body?
The left ventricle
What condition is characterized by chronic inflammation of airways and difficulty breathing?
Asthma
What does “-ectomy” mean?
Surgical removal
What is the name of the procedure where a sample of tissue is taken for testing?
Biopsy
What is the protective fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord?
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)