The respiratory system is composed of the nasal cavity‚ nostril‚ oral cavity‚ pharynx‚ larynx‚ trachea‚ carina of trachea‚ right main bronchus‚ right lung‚ left main bronchus‚ left lung‚ and diaphragm. These major organs collectively work together to give the body oxygen and eliminate carbon dioxide as we breathe. In order for the respiratory system to be fully capable of function‚ four procedures (pulmonary ventilation‚ external respiration‚ transport of respiratory gases‚ internal respiration)
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Homeostatic Mechanisms Homeostatic mechanisms are essential for a body to maintain a stable condition. The word homeostasis describes the body’s ability to maintain its healthy state‚ while the world around it is changing constantly. There are many steps in the process of homeostasis. First‚ there is the stimulus that causes the change. Then the receptor detects the change. The information of the imbalance is then sent to the control center‚ which decides the response. The information entering into
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1) THE MUSCULAR SYSTEM 3.1 INTRODUCTION OF MUSCULAR SYSTEM. Muscles tissue do is done by the coordinated contraction and release of millions of sarcomeres‚ tiny structures within the muscles cells. Muscle activity accounts for the most of the body’s energy consumption. All muscles tissues is strong. Most is enduring‚ some of it astoundingly so. Its cells are crowded with mitochondria‚ thousands of little factories constantly turning out molecules of ATP‚ a refined fuel. There are three types of
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Describe two examples of homeostatic systems in humans The phrase homeostasis originates from the Greek language. “Homeo” defined as “similar” and “stasis” meaning “stable”. Homeostasis is vital for us humans as it maintains equilibrium in the body‚ which may be caused due to extrinsic changes. Homeostasis happens to sustain the bodies activity‚ health and functioning. Homeostasis can occur to organs like skin‚ kidney or liver and it usually contains a system of feedback controls. The body has various
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Scientific concept: Homeostatic mechanisms use negative feedback to regulate a normal condition. Whether a positive or negative change from the normal condition occurs‚ the body counteracts it to restore the norm. [ Refer to figure 1 in annex below ] Osmoregulation is the process where the body regulates a constant blood water potential by controlling its water and solute concentrations. [ Refer to figure 2.1 and 2.2 in annex below ] Daily life application: Homeostasis is crucial to an organism
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Case Study 20: The Digestive and Urinary Systems 1) Marissa‚ a newborn with a cleft lip and palate‚ is the third child of Juan and Maria. Both Juan and Maria are “visually alarmed” at Marissa’s appearance; however‚ Juan is more distant and reserved. Maria is very concerned with Marissa’s wellbeing and future and seems to take blame for Marissa’s physical condition. 2) The incidence of cleft lip (CL) with or without cleft palate (CP) is approximately 1 in 800 live births. The incidence of CP alone
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Hypertension My name is Jennifer‚ and I am the education nurse here at ITT Internal Medicine. Your doctor asked me to explain to you your diagnosis of hypertension. I will go over what hypertension is‚ how your cardiovascular system works and maintains homeostasis‚ how the rest of your body could be affected by hypertension‚ and what you can do to lower your blood pressure. Hypertension is a chronic medical condition where the pressure of blood in the arteries is elevated. Blood pressure is
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Urinary incontinence will have a huge impact on your daily activities‚ so you do not want to hesitate to speak with your doctor about it. What is urinary incontinence? Essentially‚ it is the embarrassing problem of a loss of bladder control. The problem range from a small leak when you cough or sneeze to having a sudden urge that hits you so strongly that you do not have a chance of making it to the toilet. Before you can address the problem‚ you first have to understand that you have two types of
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toileting behavior related to urinary elimination: concept analysis”. It is explained throughout this article how it is important for nurses to use research evidence to understand when‚ how‚ and under what conditions women seek and use toilet facilities‚ how urinary storage and elimination are the main functions of the bladder‚ and how toileting behaviors influence female bladder health. There have been several studies done in different geographical regions that show urinary incontinence (UI) and other
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The urinary system is very vital in preventing buildup of waste in the body. It’s main function is to clean the blood and maintain healthy levels of acids and minerals in the blood. Each organ in the urinary system is responsible for completing their own job while working together to keep the body healthy. The kidneys “prevent the buildup of wastes and extra fluid in the body‚ keep levels of electrolytes stable‚ such as sodium‚ potassium‚ and phosphate‚ make hormones that help regulate
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