Anatomy and Physiology
What is the primary function of alveoli in the lungs?
Gas Exchange of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide
What degree is required to become a registered nurse in the U.S.?
Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Nursing (ADN or BSN)
What disease is caused by a lack of insulin production or response in the body?
Diabetes
What is the name of UNC’s live ram mascot?
Rameses
A 65-year-old patient presents with sudden slurred speech and weakness on one side of the body. What is the likely condition?
Stroke
Which part of the brain regulates balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
What healthcare profession specializes in designing exercise programs for rehabilitation?
Physical Therapist (PT)
What condition is known as the “silent killer” because it often shows no symptoms until advanced stages?
Hypertension
What year was UNC founded, making it the oldest public university in the U.S.?
1789
A patient has a resting heart rate of 40 bpm but is otherwise healthy and athletic. What is this condition called?
Bradycardia
What structure connects muscle to bones?
Tendons?
Which type of physician specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the endocrine system?
Endocrinologist
Sickle cell disease primarily affects what component of the blood?
Red blood cells / Hemoglobin
What is the name of UNC’s student-run free health clinic?
SHAC (Student Health Action Coalition)
A patient presents with chest pain radiating to the arm and shortness of breath. What condition should you suspect?
Heart attack (myocardial infarction)
During an action potential, what ion rushes into the neuron to cause depolarization?
Na+ (Sodium)
In the U.S., medical students spend their final year applying to residency through what system?
The National Resident Matching Program (NRMP / “The Match”)
What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in terms of insulin?
Type 1 = no insulin production; Type 2 = insulin resistance
What is the name of the bell tower that students often climb before graduation?
Morehead-Patterson Bell Tower.
A child comes in with an itchy red rash after eating peanuts. Their throat starts to swell. What emergency condition is this?
Anaphylaxis
During muscle contraction, calcium binds to what protein to expose binding sites on actin?
Troponin
Which type of physician is trained in both osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) and full medical practice?
DO – Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
In an autoimmune disorder, the immune system mistakenly attacks what?
The body’s own cells/tissues
What is the name of UNC's current chancellor
Lee H. Roberts
A college student suddenly faints after standing up quickly. What condition is the most likely explanation?
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden drop in blood pressure)