Introduction to Human Body Systems
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What happens to the response in a positive feedback mechanism?

The response moves further from the set point.

What is the result of a positive feedback mechanism in the body?

Unstable conditions that eventually return to normal.

What is an example of a positive feedback mechanism associated with normal health?

Blood clotting

What is the purpose of the fluid in a body cavity?

<p>To protect the organs from damage as the organism moves around.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are body cavities formed during development?

<p>Solid masses of tissue fold inward on themselves, creating pockets in which the organs develop.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a body cavity in humans?

<p>Cranial cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ventral cavity divided into?

<p>The diaphragm muscle divides the ventral cavity into the abdomino-pelvic cavity and the thoracic cavity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the peritoneum?

<p>It holds all the organs in place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many people are born every minute?

<p>250 babies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current human population in the world?

<p>7.53 billion</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many integrated systems make up the human body?

<p>11</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main parts of the body's systems known as?

<p>Organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is anatomy concerned with?

<p>The structure of the body and its parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between tissues and cells?

<p>Tissues are made up of cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many people die daily?

<p>150,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the human body composed of?

<p>Cells, tissues, organs, and systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of diagnostic imaging in medicine?

<p>To look inside the body for clues about a medical condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of diagnostic imaging techniques?

<p>They are non-invasive and can create pictures of the structures and activities inside the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

What determines the type of diagnostic imaging technology used?

<p>The symptoms and the part of the body being examined</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of X-ray technology in medicine?

<p>To look for broken bones, problems in the lungs and abdomen, cavities in teeth, and many other problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do X-rays produce images of the body?

<p>X-rays use electromagnetic radiation to make images, which are recorded on a film called a radiograph</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do bones appear white on an X-ray image?

<p>Because calcium in bones absorbs X-rays the most</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of digital radiography over traditional film-based X-rays?

<p>It saves costs and time, and eliminates the need to develop X-ray films</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why were X-ray shoe fitting machines discontinued in the 1970s?

<p>Because of the radiation hazard they posed</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a PET scan?

<p>to evaluate healthy or diseased brain function</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of fluoroscopy?

<p>To evaluate both hard and soft tissue, including bones, joints, organs, and vessels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do nuclear scans involve the use of a special camera?

<p>to detect energy coming from the radioactive substance, called a tracer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between an MRI scan and a CT scan?

<p>an MRI scan has a higher quality, making it easier to see differences in tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between rigid and flexible endoscopes?

<p>Rigid endoscopes are not bendable, while flexible endoscopes are bendable and use fiberoptic technology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an injectable contrast in an MRI scan?

<p>to alter the local magnetic field, making it easier to distinguish between normal and abnormal tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a bronchoscope?

<p>To produce images of the airways.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of measurement equivalent to 1 inch?

<p>25 millimeters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of waves are used in an ultrasound scan?

<p>high-frequency sound waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the light source in an endoscope?

<p>To produce images of the body's interior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does a typical nuclear scan take?

<p>20 to 45 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the tubes and instruments in an endoscope?

<p>To introduce or remove fluids or gases, and to perform procedures such as surgery and biopsy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a PET scan over other imaging techniques?

<p>it can evaluate healthy or diseased brain function</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan?

<p>to diagnose a variety of conditions, including torn ligaments, tumors, and brain and spinal cord injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to Human Body

  • The human body is a complex and marvelous system with 11 integrated systems.
  • Each system carries out a specific role or task and is composed of organs, tissues, and cells.

Anatomy and Physiology

  • Anatomy deals with the structure of the body and its parts.
  • Physiology deals with the functions of the body and its parts.

Levels of Organization of the Human Body

  • The levels of organization in the human body are: cells, tissues, organs, and systems.

Body Cavities

  • Body cavities are spaces in the body that house organs and are lined with a layer of cells and fluid.
  • Examples of body cavities include the cranial cavity, ventral cavity, abdominal cavity, and pelvic cavity.
  • The ventral cavity is divided into the thoracic cavity and abdomino-pelvic cavity by the diaphragm muscle.

Diagnostic Imaging

  • Diagnostic imaging refers to technologies used to look inside the body for clues about a medical condition.
  • Types of diagnostic imaging include:
    • X-rays
    • CT scans (Computed Tomography)
    • Nuclear medicine scans
    • MRI scans (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
    • Ultrasound
    • PET/CT (Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography)
  • Diagnostic imaging is non-invasive and can create pictures of structures and activities inside the body.

X-rays

  • X-rays use electromagnetic radiation to make images of the body.
  • X-rays are used to look for broken bones, problems in the lungs and abdomen, cavities in teeth, and other problems.
  • X-ray technology is moving from film to digital files with computed radiography and digital radiography.

Nuclear Scans

  • Nuclear scans use radioactive substances to see structures and functions inside the body.
  • Nuclear scans involve a special camera that detects energy coming from the radioactive substance, called a tracer.
  • Nuclear scans can help diagnose conditions such as cancers, injuries, and infections.

MRI Scans

  • MRI scans do not use X-rays.
  • MRI scans use a large magnet and radio waves to look at organs and structures inside the body.
  • MRI scans can help diagnose conditions such as torn ligaments, tumors, and spinal cord injuries.

Ultrasound

  • Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to look at organs and structures inside the body.
  • Ultrasound is used to evaluate the fetus during pregnancy and to diagnose gallstones and other conditions.

Endoscopy

  • Endoscopy involves inserting a telescope-like device through natural orifices or incisions to produce images of the body's interior.
  • Endoscopes can be rigid or flexible and can be equipped with tubes to introduce or remove fluids or gases, blades for surgery, forceps to take samples, and a laser to cauterize damaged tissue.
  • Endoscopes have been developed to fit different body parts, such as bronchoscopes for the airways and proctoscopes for the lower bowel.

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Explore the structure and functions of the human body, including anatomy, physiology, and levels of organization. Learn about the 11 integrated systems and their roles.

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