health science study guide , Lymphatic and immune system bell ringers , endocrine system bell ringers

What structure is served during a vasectomy to produce sterility in the male?

Vas deferens

c/o abdominal pain, excessive menstrual bleeding and potential permanent damage including sterility?

Endometriosis

Menopause is induced prematurely by what surgical procedure?

Hysterectomy

Fertilization normally takes place in the oviduct. What structures functions in this manner?

Fallopian Tube

What stage in the menstrual cycle does LH, estrogen & FSH hormones peak and circulate within the female's body?

Ovulation stage

This gland produces fluid that aids in the expulsion of semen and enhances the motility of semen?

Prostate

Once sexually active all women should be tested for cervical cancer. What screening test should be completed yearly?

Pap smear

This female reproductive organ contains a muscular layer?

uterus

Menarche in the female reproductive system demonstrates what function?

Menstruation

What is the name of the x-ray test women need to have yearly to detect breast cancer?

Mammogram

2 weeks after an exam a female with a + pregnancy test has severe abdominal cramping it is discovered the patient has an ectopic pregnancy. Where is the embryo most often found?

Fallopian Tube

Male with C/O scrotal heaviness, back pain & breast development exam completed by MD Dx?

Testicular cancer

New opening to the uterus?

cervix

This structure of the male reproductive system stores sperm & connects to the testes?

epididymis

Located in the male reproductive system. This structure connects the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct?

Vas deferens

Progesterone is produced during this menstrual stage?

corpus luteum stage

This structure is in the female reproductive system and is found between the opening of the vagina and the anus?

Perineum

What is the term for an infant boy whose testes do not descend into the scrotal sac during the last 3 months of fetal development?

cryptorchidism

This structure produces secretions that provide nutrients and protection to sperm upon ejaculation?

seminal vesicles

In the male reproductive system this structure is shared between the urinary & reproductive system?

Urethra

I am a reproductive organ in the female body that is hollow, muscular and sit between the bladder & the rectum. I have a rich blood supply. What organ am I?

Uterus

C/O abdominal tenderness, hypotension, respiratory distress, & renal failure after result of tampon misuse. Disorder Dx?

toxic shock syndrome

Located in the male reproductive system, size of a pea & inferior to the prostate?

bulbourethral gland

Normal discharge of an unfertilized ovum & degenerated endometrium forms the female reproductive tract?

Menstruation

The term dysmenorrhea means?

painful menstruation

At age 55 Betty has completed her years of having a monthly menstrual cycle. This end of ovulation for a female is?

menopause

c/o tender, red breast since beginning to breast feed newborn infant. What possible reproductive disorder is the new Mom experiencing?

Mastitis

this is the correct pathway for sperm from the spermatogenesis to ejaculation

testes - epididymis - vas deferens - ejaculatory duct - urethra

What is the middle muscular layer of the uterus called?

Myometrium

C/o abdominal pain by a female patient. Test revealed inflammation of the fallopian tubes. What term best describes this condition?

Salpingitis

c/o difficulty urinating R/O problems with the glands of the male reproductive system. What gland is the MD referring to?

prostate gland

Structure of the male reproductive system that surrounds the urethra at the neck of the bladder?

Prostate gland

Fat deposits that surround the entrance to the vagina?

Labia Majora

Male reproductive system suspended in the scrotal sac?

Testes

C/O vaginal itching , burning, leukorrhea while taking oral antibiotics. Patient is experiencing?

Yeast infection

Egg cells are contained in this part of the female reproductive system?

Ovary

2 synthetic hormones used in oral contraceptives?

estrogen and progesterone

In a new mother, Prolactin (hormone) is released from the anterior pituitary gland & stimulates the production of?

breast milk

c/o problems with urination, the frequency to urinate with only small amounts voided. Left untreated Mike could develop an infection. What disorder is Mike experiencing?

Benign Prostatic hypertrophy

C/O menstrual stopping on a female marathon runner. What disorder is she experiencing?

Amenorrhea

Female reproductive disorder characterized by irregular growth of uterine tissue outside the uterus?

endometriosis

Thick middle layer of the hair shaft?

cortex

this structure is an appendage to the skin?

hair

contact with allergens or exposure to chemicals to the skin classified as?

dermatitis

nail matrix?

bed

gland works more often in adolescence causing acne?

sebaceous glands

do not share towels and you wear shoes in the locker room to prevent this?

athletes foot

Skin Condition is commonly transmitted through sexual contact?

herpes simplex type 2

what is the innermost layer of hair?

subcutaneous

Attached to the hair follicle and causes skin to pucker on a cold day?

arrector pili muscle

impetigo, herpes simplex and athletes foot are similar. Each of these are?

contagious

glands found in the palms, soles of the feet, under the arms?

sudoriferous

increase in sebum produced by sebaceous glands during adolescence can result in?

Acne

Skin to muscle in relationships?

superficial

nitroglycerin patch medication. what function of the integumentary system is this?

Absorption

poor hand hygiene and touching open skin wounds around the nose and mouth. Increase the childs risk of?

Impetigo

skin lesion with irregular borders, multiple colors, and increasing in size. Evaluated for?

Melanoma

integumentary system is the 1st line of defense and its function is best known for?

Protection

Frequent sunburn on the ears, nose, and hands of a golfer may have?

Melanoma

what is the function "evaporation of perspiration" of the integumentary system?

Regulation of body temperature

removal of a small, raised area of abnormality from your nose. Skin Cancer called?

Basal cell carcinoma

Glands, blood vessels, and nerves are in this layer of skin?

dermis

Viral skin lesion?

wart

Experience touch, cold, and pain in the skin is what function of the integumentary system?

Sensory perception

Staphylococcus bacteria resistant to many antibiotics that treat ordinary staph infections?

MRSA

Hair follicles originate from which skin layer

dermis

blister immediately forms after exposure to hot oil. What type of burn do you have?

2nd degree burns

No sunscreen, redness and no blisters after sun exposure. Type of sun "burn"?

1st degree burns

peptic ulcer

consuming too many ibuprofens for minor aches Dx?

small intestine

Digestion of carbohydrates and fats, is completed and absorption of nutrients occurs in the?

chemical digestion

saliva and digestive enzymes break down food and play a role in it?

digestive prefix "chole" means?

Bile.

digestive structure responsible for the breakdown of food?

Teeth.

What is the alimentary canal also known as ........ system?

The digestive system.

What digestive disorder may occur after alcohol or Tylenol abuse?

Cirrhosis.

What condition may be indicated by abdominal pain and nausea after a high-fat meal?

Cholelithiasis.

What is the function of the large intestine?

Responsible for the elimination of waste.

What is located within the large intestine?

Descending colon.

gastro means?

stomach

eating pancakes before a race helps runners gain extra energy from?

carbohydrates

term hepeat means?

liver

What condition is indicated by pain and burning when lying down after eating?

Gastroesophageal reflux.

What can stress related to graduation lead to?

Risk of developing a peptic ulcer.

What symptoms are associated with irritable bowel syndrome?

Diarrhea, abdominal pain, gas, and/or bloating.

What role does calcium play in the body?

Aids in blood clotting and improves bone health.

What is bile?

A substance produced by the liver that aids in digestion of fats.

What organ aids in swallowing a bolus of food?

Tongue.

What are the primary structures of the gastrointestinal tract?

Pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon.

What is the primary structure of the digestive system?

Esophagus.

What does the prefix 'enter' mean?

Intestine.

What organ produces digestive enzymes and empties them into the duodenum?

Pancreas.

What do teeth and tongue contribute to in the digestive system?

The breakdown of food.

Accessory organ if the digestive system?

Gallbladder

Viral infection people contract and become chronic carriers and asymptomatic symptoms

Hepatitis C

Absorption, bacterial action, fecal formation are all function of the?

large intestine

Digestive organs are responsible for absorption of nutrients

small intestine

Difference between chyme and bolus?

Chyme is semi liquid, Bolus is a ball of chewed food

Meningitis

consisting of severe headache, nausea and vomiting. Order: Lumbar puncture Dx.?

Cerebellum

Part of the brain located below the cerebrum is?

Spinal Nerves

Checking the patellar tendon reflex, what part of the nervous system is being assessed?