Medical topics Flashcards

(27 cards)

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What is the normal range for adult human body temperature in Celsius?

A

36.1 to 37.2 degrees Celsius

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True or False: The heart has four chambers.

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True

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What is the primary function of red blood cells?

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To transport oxygen throughout the body

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4
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is responsible for producing insulin.

A

pancreas

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5
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What is the medical term for high blood pressure?

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Hypertension

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a symptom of diabetes? A) Increased thirst B) Hair loss C) Skin rash

A

A) Increased thirst

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What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?

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Ball-and-socket joint

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True or False: The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body.

A

True

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9
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What is the function of the immune system?

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To protect the body against infections and diseases

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Fill in the blank: The __________ system is responsible for hormone production.

A

endocrine

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What is the term for a doctor who specializes in the treatment of heart diseases?

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Cardiologist

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Multiple Choice: Which vitamin is primarily obtained from sunlight? A) Vitamin A B) Vitamin C C) Vitamin D

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C) Vitamin D

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13
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What is the most common type of blood in humans?

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Type O

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14
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True or False: Antibiotics are effective against viral infections.

A

False

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What is the primary role of platelets in the blood?

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To aid in blood clotting

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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the part of the brain that controls balance and coordination.

17
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What does BMI stand for?

A

Body Mass Index

18
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common symptom of asthma? A) Chest tightness B) Nausea C) Fever

A

A) Chest tightness

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What is the medical term for the study of the causes of diseases?

20
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True or False: The skin is the largest organ in the human body.

21
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What is the primary function of the kidneys?

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To filter waste from the blood and produce urine

22
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the longest bone in the human body.

23
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What is an ECG used to measure?

A

The electrical activity of the heart

24
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following conditions is characterized by joint inflammation? A) Osteoporosis B) Arthritis C) Scoliosis

25
What is the primary purpose of vaccinations?
To stimulate the immune system to provide protection against specific diseases
26
True or False: The appendix has no known function in the human body.
False
27
What is the term for a medical professional who performs surgeries?
Surgeon