Cardiovascular And Respiratory

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pharnyx

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the region that extends between the posterior part of the nasal cavity and the larnyx

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phagocytosis

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the process by which a white blood cell engulfs a foreign agent into its cytoplasm and destroys it

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plasma

Back 3

thick straw-colored fluid that makes up about 55% of the blood -- proteins found in plasma are Albumin, Gloublin, Fibrinogen

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platelets

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a major function is to prevent blood loss -- life span is 5 to 9 days

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pulmonary trunk

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the large artery that carries blood to the lungs

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pulmonary valve

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between the pulmonary artery and the right ventricle

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pulmonary veins

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bringing oxygen-rich blood to the left atrium from the lungs

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pulmonary ventilation

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the process of physically moving air from the atmosphere into the lungs

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respiration

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movement of air in and out of the lungs, the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the lungs and the blood, and the exchange between blood and body tissues -- refers to the movement of air in and out of the lungs and the transport and exchange of gases -- the level of oxygen carbon dioxide and hydrogen ions can alter respiration

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respiratory centers

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the areas in the medulla and the pons of the brain that are responsible for involuntary control of breathing

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respiratory rate

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number of breaths in 1 minute -- temperature can affect respiratory rate -- normal adult is 12 - 18

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shock

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an inadequate blood supply to vital organs that causes reduced function in organs results in shock

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sinoatrial node (SA)

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structure within the conduction system of the heart known as the pacemaker, due to its role in establishing the heart's rhythm

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sinuses

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Four groups of air-filled spaces that open into the internal nose