Medical topics Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is the normal range for adult human body temperature in Celsius?
36.1 to 37.2 degrees Celsius
True or False: The heart has four chambers.
True
What is the primary function of red blood cells?
To transport oxygen throughout the body
Fill in the blank: The __________ is responsible for producing insulin.
pancreas
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
Hypertension
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a symptom of diabetes? A) Increased thirst B) Hair loss C) Skin rash
A) Increased thirst
What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?
Ball-and-socket joint
True or False: The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body.
True
What is the function of the immune system?
To protect the body against infections and diseases
Fill in the blank: The __________ system is responsible for hormone production.
endocrine
What is the term for a doctor who specializes in the treatment of heart diseases?
Cardiologist
Multiple Choice: Which vitamin is primarily obtained from sunlight? A) Vitamin A B) Vitamin C C) Vitamin D
C) Vitamin D
What is the most common type of blood in humans?
Type O
True or False: Antibiotics are effective against viral infections.
False
What is the primary role of platelets in the blood?
To aid in blood clotting
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the part of the brain that controls balance and coordination.
cerebellum
What does BMI stand for?
Body Mass Index
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common symptom of asthma? A) Chest tightness B) Nausea C) Fever
A) Chest tightness
What is the medical term for the study of the causes of diseases?
Etiology
True or False: The skin is the largest organ in the human body.
True
What is the primary function of the kidneys?
To filter waste from the blood and produce urine
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the longest bone in the human body.
femur
What is an ECG used to measure?
The electrical activity of the heart
Multiple Choice: Which of the following conditions is characterized by joint inflammation? A) Osteoporosis B) Arthritis C) Scoliosis
B) Arthritis