Principles of healthcare chapter 7 test

what are two things the digestive system does?

Provides energy, process food

What are two things the urinary system does?

Eliminates excess water and removes waste from the body

What does the nervous system do?

Detects sensations from all parts of the body

What are two major diseases and disorders of the digestive system?

1. Constipation- is the inability to pass feces

2. Diarrhea- is the passage of frequent and water stools

What are two major diseases and disorders of the urinary system?

1. Urinary incontinence- inability to control urination

2. UTI- infection of the lower urinary structures

What are two major diseases and disorders of the nervous system?

1. Neuritis-inflammation of a nerve

2. Encephalitis- infection in the brain

What are two preventative measures for the digestive system?

1. Avoid excessive drinking

2. Eat a good amount of fiber

What are two preventative measures for the urinary system?

1. Drink right amounts of water

2. Use proper toilet hygiene

What are two preventative measures for the nervous system?

1. Do not use illegal drugs

2. Get sufficient sleep

What two things does the nervous system always need?

Glucose and oxygen

What are the parts of the central nervous system?

Brain stem, Diencephalon, Spinal cord

What does Brain stem do?

Regulates respiration, blood pressure and heart rate

What does Diencephalon do?

Controls water balance and body temperature

What does the Spinal Cord do?

Carries messages between the brain and other parts of the body

The autonomic nervous system does what?

You have no voluntary control over the actions that happen

The sympathetic nervous system does what?

Activated in times of stress “fight or flight”

The parasympathetic nervous system does what?

Maintains normal function on a day-to-day basis

What are the 2 types of processes used by the digestive system to break down food?

Mechanical and chemical