Human Anatomy and Physiology Quiz

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What is the primary function of sensory neurons?

Gather information from the environment (correct)

Transmit signals between the brain and spinal cord

Deliver oxygen-rich blood to the body

Process impulses to initiate muscle movement

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for balancing and coordinating movements?

Cerebrum

Spinal Cord

Cerebellum (correct)

Brain Stem

What occurs when the spinal cord is injured?

Permanent disconnection from the brain

Loss of all cognitive functions

Increased reflex responses in the body

Paralysis may depend on the location of the injury (correct)

What role does the brain stem play in bodily functions?

Controls involuntary actions like breathing Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the heart receives blood entering the heart?

Atria Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of a concussion?

Drowsiness and confusion Signup and view all the answers

How does the cardiovascular system help in fighting disease?

By attacking microorganisms and sealing cuts Signup and view all the answers

What part of the nervous system is responsible for sending nerve impulses to muscles and glands?

Motor neurons Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor in setting short-term fitness goals?

Goals need to be specific and realistic with a time frame. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect should be considered when developing a fitness plan?

Personal health status and potential limitations. Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Intensity' component of the FITT formula primarily focus on?

Achieving and maintaining a target heart rate during workouts. Signup and view all the answers

How can you effectively monitor your fitness progress?

Using charts or spreadsheets to track various metrics. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary benefit of including cross training in a fitness routine?

It minimizes the risk of injury and reduces boredom. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of ligaments in joints?

To connect bones to other bones Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is NOT mentioned as being important for bone health?

Iron Signup and view all the answers

What type of muscle is responsible for controlling voluntary movements?

Skeletal muscle Signup and view all the answers

What is the process called when cartilage is replaced by bone during development?

Ossification Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by weak and fragile bones due to significant mineral loss?

Osteoporosis Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of overusing tendons?

Tendonitis Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the body typically retains cartilage into adulthood?

Ears and nose Signup and view all the answers

What is a simple fracture?

The bone is completely broken into two or more pieces Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscle is found only in the heart?

Cardiac muscle Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors contributes to muscle cramps?

Dehydration Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the pacemaker in the heart?

To control the heart rate Signup and view all the answers

Which blood vessels primarily carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart?

Arteries Signup and view all the answers

What is a normal blood pressure range considered healthy?

90/60 - 119/79 Signup and view all the answers

What role do platelets play in the body?

Assist in blood clotting Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cholesterol is known as the 'bad' cholesterol?

Low-Density Lipoproteins Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when exercising to ensure safety?

Wearing loose-fitting clothing Signup and view all the answers

How can hypertension often be controlled?

Weight loss and exercise Signup and view all the answers

How long should a cooldown be compared to a warmup?

At least as long as the warmup Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for gas exchange?

Alveoli Signup and view all the answers

When is it necessary to consult a doctor before starting an exercise program?

When you have a pre-existing health condition Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during inhalation?

The diaphragm flattens Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is an example of anaerobic exercise?

Lifting weights Signup and view all the answers

What is an important consideration regarding water intake before exercising?

Drink 16 ounces of water 1 to 2 hours before exercise Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if workouts become too easy?

Add more weight or reps Signup and view all the answers

What is a common trigger for asthma attacks?

Pet dander Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary purpose of stretching during a warmup?

To prepare muscles for exercise and prevent injury Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of physical fitness?

Gas exchange Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of regular exercise for teens?

Stronger heart Signup and view all the answers

Which is a recommended clothing consideration for exercising in cold weather?

Wear a hat and gloves to retain warmth Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if dehydration occurs during exercise?

Drink water immediately and take a break Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of body composition?

The amount of fat versus lean tissue in the body Signup and view all the answers

What type of teeth is primarily responsible for cutting food into bite-sized pieces?

Incisors Signup and view all the answers

Which condition results from overuse of a tendon?

Tendonitis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common symptom of overtraining?

Loss of appetite Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'R' in the R.I.C.E. method stand for?

Rest Signup and view all the answers

Which of these substances should be limited to maintain good dental health?

Sugar Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to wear a mouthguard in contact sports?

To protect teeth from injury Signup and view all the answers

What skin condition is caused by UV exposure?

Melanoma Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended action if a mole changes in size or shape?

Consult a dermatologist Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does NOT contribute to the formation of acne?

Dieting Signup and view all the answers

What lifestyle change can help manage insomnia?

Maintaining a regular sleep schedule Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following contributes to the immune system functioning effectively?

Regular exercise Signup and view all the answers

What is an effective treatment measure for ingrown nails?

Clipping nails regularly Signup and view all the answers

How often should dental checkups be scheduled?

Two times a year Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main functions of skin?

Protecting internal organs Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Unit 3 Notes

This unit covers movement and coordination within the human body.

Functions of the Skeletal System

The skeletal system has 5 main roles:
- Support
- Protection of internal organs
- Allows the body to move
- Stores and produces materials

Support and Protection

The skeleton shapes the body.
The backbone (spine) is made of 33 vertebrae.
Many bones protect vital organs:
- Ribs and breastbone protect the heart and lungs.
- The spine protects the spinal cord.
- The skull protects the brain.

Storage and Production of Materials

Bones store phosphorus and calcium.
The breastbone and part of the thigh bone produce blood cells.

Development of Bones

Bones change throughout a person's life.
A newborn's skeleton is mostly cartilage.
By young adulthood, most cartilage is replaced with bone through ossification.
Calcium and phosphorus harden bones.
Cartilage remains in some areas, such as the outer parts of the ears and nose.

Joints

Joints connect two or more bones.
Joints allow for movement and protect bones from friction/force.
Ligaments hold bones together at the joints.

Eating Well

Adequate calcium and phosphorus intake is essential for healthy bone development in children.
Insufficient mineral intake can lead to osteoporosis (weak bones).
Vitamins A, C, D, potassium and magnesium are also important for bone health.

Avoiding Bone Injuries

Fractures (breaks in the bone) are the most common bone injury.
Simple fractures are cracks or breaks in two or more pieces.
Compound fractures involve the broken bone ends piercing the skin.
Splints and casts aid in healing broken bones.
Surgery may be needed in some cases.

Avoiding Joint Injuries

Sprains are overstretched or torn ligaments.
Dislocations occur when the ends of bones in a joint are forced out of place (shoulder, finger, hip).
Torn cartilage is serious damage to the cartilage between bones in a joint (knee is common).
Overuse injuries result from performing an activity too often or too strenuously, leading to joint irritation and inflammation (shoulders, knees, elbows).

Types of Muscles

The body has three types of muscles:
- Smooth muscles
- Cardiac muscles
- Skeletal muscles

Smooth Muscles

Smooth muscles cause involuntary movements within the body.
Found in the esophagus and intestines (pushing food).
Present in blood vessels (circulation).

Cardiac Muscles

Cardiac muscles are involuntary muscles found only in the heart.
Responsible for heart beating and pumping blood.

Skeletal Muscles

Skeletal muscles are voluntary muscles attached to bones.
Tendons connect muscles to bones.
Used for movement.

Working Your Muscles

Cardio workouts improve muscle endurance (how long it contracts).
Lifting weights causes muscles to thicken and get stronger.
Proper nutrition increases muscle growth.

Avoiding Muscle Injuries

Strains or pulled muscles are painful injuries from overworking or stretching muscles too quickly.
Tendonitis is painful swelling and irritation of tendons, often caused by overuse (tennis elbow, handheld device use).
Muscle cramps are strong, uncontrolled muscle contractions.
Massaging, stretching, and drinking plenty of water and electrolytes can help prevent/treat muscle cramps.

What is the Nervous System?

The nervous system receives information from inside and outside the body.
It processes information and creates a response.

Neurons

Neurons carry messages/impulses through the body.
Sensory neurons gather information from the environment (external/internal).
Interneurons (only in the brain/spinal cord) pass impulses between other neurons.
Motor neurons send impulses to muscles and glands.

Central Nervous System

The central nervous system (CNS) is the control center of the body.
The CNS includes the brain and the spinal cord.

Brain

The brain is a moist, spongy organ weighing about 3 pounds.
It has three major regions:
- Cerebrum (85% of brain): receives sensory info, controls movement, memory, speech, and reasoning. Divided into two hemispheres.
- Cerebellum: coordinates body movements and balance.
- Brain stem: controls involuntary functions (breathing, sneezing, eye reaction to light).

The Spinal Cord

The spinal cord is a thick nerve column connecting the brain to most peripheral nerves.
It sends impulses throughout the body.

Reflexes

Reflexes are automatic responses to the environment.

Avoiding Head Injuries

A concussion is a bruise-like injury to the brain.
Symptoms can include drowsiness, confusion, nose bleeds, vomiting, loss of consciousness, and in severe cases, a prolonged period of unconsciousness (coma).

Avoiding Spinal Cord Injuries

Paralysis is the loss of movement or sensation in part of the body.
Spinal cord injuries can cause paralysis, and where the injury happened is a factor in location of the paralysis.

Cardiovascular and Respiratory Health

These units focus on the cardiovascular and respiratory systems within the body.

Functions of the Cardiovascular System

Delivering materials (blood vessels carry needed materials for survival).
Removing waste (blood carries carbon dioxide to be exhaled).
Fighting disease (blood helps fight microorganisms).

The Heart

The heart has four chambers: two atria (receive blood) and two ventricles (pump blood out). Blood flows from atria to ventricles.

Heartbeat

Two main phases: relaxation/filling with blood, then contraction/pumping blood out.
Heartbeat sound is due to valves opening and closing.
The pacemaker (group of cells in the right atrium) regulates heart rate.
Normal heart rate is around 70-80 beats per minute (bpm).

Blood Vessels

Three main types: arteries (carry oxygenated blood away from the heart), capillaries (smallest, nutrients/oxygen transport between blood and body tissues; regulate body heat transfer), veins (carry blood to the heart).

Blood Pressure

Blood pressure is the force of blood against blood vessel walls.
Normal blood pressure is 90/60 to 119/79; lower/higher than these ranges are categorized as low/high blood pressure. Prehypertension ranges from 120/80 to 139/89.

Blood

Plasma (liquid part of blood): carries waste products to the kidneys.
Red blood cells: carry oxygen from lungs to body tissue.
White blood cells: protect against disease.
Platelets: play a role in blood clotting.

Blood Types and Transfusions

Blood types are A, B, AB, and O. Blood type compatibility is related to safe transfusions of blood.

Hypertension

Hypertension is high blood pressure (140/90 or higher).
Damage to blood vessels may result in no noticeable symptoms.
Hypertension can be controlled with lifestyle changes.

Blood Cholesterol

The body makes cholesterol used in cells, hormones, and nerve tissue.
Cholesterol intake comes from animal products.
Blood cholesterol is made up of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL).

Low-Density Lipoproteins (LDL)

LDL carries cholesterol to body tissues.
High LDL levels can lead to plaque buildup in arteries (atherosclerosis).

High-Density Lipoproteins (HDL)

HDL removes excess cholesterol from tissues and carries it to the liver.
HDL is considered "good" cholesterol due to its role in reducing cholesterol from artery walls.

Other Cardiovascular Disorders

Heart murmur: extra sound in a heartbeat that is often harmless and goes away with time.
Arrhythmia: irregular heartbeat.

Keeping Healthy

Exercise for 60 minutes daily to strengthen the heart, lower blood pressure, and reduce stress levels.
Limit fried and processed foods by eating oatmeal, beans, fruit, and vegetables, along with limiting salt in our diet.
Avoid smoking for a reduced risk of heart attacks.

Respiratory System

The respiratory system brings in oxygen and removes carbon dioxide.

The Pathway of Air

Air enters through nostrils, passes the pharynx, epiglottis, and larynx, into the trachea, bronchi, and finally the alveoli (in the lungs).

Gas Exchange

Gas exchange takes place in the alveoli, where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged between the blood and air.

The Breathing Process

Inhalation: rib muscles pull ribs up and out, diaphragm flattens.
Exhalation: diaphragm moves upward, rib muscles relax, ribs drop.

Living With Asthma

Asthma is a respiratory disorder where airways become inflamed.
Causes can range from irritants to life-threatening conditions.
Common triggers include pollen, exercise, tobacco smoke, pet dander, dust, mold, cold air, and perfumes.

Exercise and Lifelong Fitness

Physical activity involves large muscles working and is important at about 60 minutes a day for teenagers.
Benefits include cardiovascular health, weight maintenance, stronger bones, balance, coordination and psychological benefits from endorphins released in response to exercise.

Components of Fitness

Cardiorespiratory endurance: measures heart efficiency, blood vessels, and lungs functionality during exercise to efficiently deliver oxygen and nutrients.
Muscular strength: measures muscle ability to use force, measured by weight lifted.
Muscular endurance: measure sustained muscle use over time.
Flexibility: measure of the ability of a joint to move through a range of motion.
Body composition: proportion of fat tissue to lean tissue (muscle, bone) within the body.

Physical Activity Pyramid

A pyramid representing levels of activity for achieving better health, with levels of Physical Activity organized and recommended for achieving health goals.

Types of Physical Activity

Aerobic exercise: raises the heart rate and breathing.
Anaerobic exercise: intense activity lasting short bursts.
Isometric exercise: muscles contract with little movement, such as planks.
Isotonic exercise: muscles contract through the full range of motion.
Isokinetic exercise: muscles contract at a constant rate, such as squats.

Planning a Fitness Program

Develop long-term and short-term goals to create a realistic fitness plan.

Long and Short-Term Goals

Long-term goals are future fitness objectives that a person can work toward.
Short-term goals are shorter-term, realistic objectives that can help a person in meeting their long-term goals.

Developing Your Fitness Plan

Create a fitness plan based on current schedule/fitness level to meet your goals.
If necessary, work with healthcare professional to adjust the workout plan to account for any health conditions.

4-Week Cardio & Strength Challenge

A challenge outline for developing a fitness routine, including different workouts over a four-week period.

FITT Formula

FITT is a formula to help you design workouts.
Frequency – how often.
Intensity – how hard.
Time – how long.
Type – what form of exercise.

Monitor and Alter

Use tracking methods (charts/spreadsheets) to monitor your fitness progress.
Adjust workouts as they become too easy by increasing reps/sets, weight/intensity, or time.

Phases of Exercise

Warm-up: 5-10 minutes of light exercise, including stretching.
Workout: Following FITT formula.
Cool-down: 5-10 minutes of light exercise, including stretching (helps reduce muscle soreness).

Exercising Safely

Medical care (checkup, address injuries).
Safety equipment (proper footwear, protective gear).
Address surroundings (avoid busy roads, adjust music level).
Adjust for weather (clothing, sun protection).

Checking Your Surroundings

Safety measures for running or biking (avoid busy roads, use well-lit areas).
Managing headphone use to keep awareness of surroundings.

Weather Considerations

Clothing should be appropriate for the weather.
Wear sunscreen, hats, and gloves in cold/hot weather.

Proper Water and Food Intake

Drink 16 ounces of water 1-2 hours before exercising to prevent dehydration.
Unless working out for over an hour, water is likely sufficient hydration.
Protein bars and similar products are essential for replenishing nutrients after an extended workout.

Avoiding Harmful Substances

Dietary supplements: Only take supplements on doctor's recommendation, or assess nutritional balance through eating and adjusting for nutrient deficits.
Anabolic steroids: Avoid this substance unless recommended by a doctor. It can potentially be harmful otherwise or cause potentially harmful side effects.

Overtraining

Symptoms of overtraining include fatigue a few hours after exercise, nausea, loss of appetite, and irritability.
Reduce workout intensity/length if these symptoms arise.

Overuse injuries (tendonitis, stress fractures) are common in sports and other repetitive activities.
R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) helps in recovery from injuries.

Personal Care

Focused on maintaining healthy hair, nails, and teeth.

The Teeth and Gums

Four types of teeth: incisors, canines, premolars, molars.
Enamel is the hard outer layer of teeth.
Gums fit tightly around teeth.

Structural Problems

Malocclusion (misalignment of teeth, underbite or overbite).
Impacted wisdom teeth need removal if there is no room to grow in properly.

Caring for Your Teeth and Gums

Diet low in sugar and sports drinks for enamel health.
Brush and floss regularly.
Mouthguards in contact sports.

Dental Checkups

Twice-yearly checkups can prevent painful/difficult-to-treat dental problems.
Checkups have led to fewer cavities in children.

Skin

Skin protects organs and tissues, regulates temperature with expanded/constricted blood vessels, and gathers info from the environment (touch, pressure, pain, temp).

Caring for Your Skin

Protect from UV rays (sunscreen).
Monitor moles for size/shape changes.

Treating Acne

Acne is caused by plugged hair follicles from oil and dead cells.
Hormones, heredity, and stress can cause acne.
Don't scratch/pop pimples as this can make acne worse.
Consult a dermatologist for severe acne.

Your Hair

Frequent brushing removes dirt and excess oil.
Frequent washing can cause dryness and brittleness, while hair dyes/highlights typically cause similar consequences.
Head lice are insects that live on the scalp and lay eggs.

Your Nails

Regularly clip/file nails to maintain health; don't bite or pick at nails.
Ingrown nails can result in painful infections.

Benefits of Sleep

The brain sorts information from the day.
Body tissues heal.
Immune system functions properly.
Helps prevent some diseases (e.g. diabetes).

The Sleep Cycle

Depicts different stages and cycles of the sleep stage experience over the course of around 8 hours.

Sleep Disorders

Insomnia: difficulty falling asleep/staying asleep, possibly related to stress, some underlying physical problems/health issues.
Sleep apnea: disorder where person stops breathing briefly during sleep; this can happen repeatedly (20-30 times per hour).

Teens and Sleep

Teens need around 9 hours of sleep per night for proper health and functioning.
Follow routines (consistent bed and wake times), avoid screen use before bed, and minimize bright lights when attempting to sleep.

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