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Exam #1 (Anatomy & Physiology Save
for Nursing)
Terms in this set (610)
the structure of the body anatomy
the function of physiology
anatomical features
examples of _____ tasks physiological
include isolation,
digestion, metabolism,
movement, reproduction,
responding to stimulus,
excretion, growth
support system of the skeletal system
body; new blood cells
formed within;
site of mineral storage
provides ALL movement; muscular system
generates heat
skin, hair, + nails; provides integumentary system
a protective covering
against the elements,
disease, and microbes;
roles in excretion, sense,
and nutrient production
heat and blood vessels; cardiovascular system
transports nutrients and
waste material
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control center of the nervous system
body; monitors and
responds to all the organ
systems and any stimuli
takes in food, processes digestive system
it, removes necessary
nutrients, and excretes
the waste
monitors body endocrine system
conditions; releases
hormones that have
cascading effects on
other organ systems and
physiological processes
consists of organs and respiratory system
structures that allow one
to breathe by taking in
oxygen and expelling
carbon dioxide
primary site of immune lymphatic system
response; filters blood
plasma and extracellular
fluid
removal of nitrogenous urinary system
waste from blood, and
out of the body through
excretion; responsible for
water and salt balance in
the blood
facilitates the reproductive system
reproduction process
natural balance in the homeostasis
body (stability)
true or false: homeostasis false
is static
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Exam #1 (Anatomy & Physiology Save
for Nursing)
Terms in this set (610)
the structure of the body anatomy
the function of physiology
anatomical features
examples of _____ tasks physiological
include isolation,
digestion, metabolism,
movement, reproduction,
responding to stimulus,
excretion, growth
support system of the skeletal system
body; new blood cells
formed within;
site of mineral storage
provides ALL movement; muscular system
generates heat
skin, hair, + nails; provides integumentary system
a protective covering
against the elements,
disease, and microbes;
roles in excretion, sense,
and nutrient production
heat and blood vessels; cardiovascular system
transports nutrients and
waste material
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, 10/28/25, 10:51 AM Exam #1 (Anatomy & Physiology for Nursing) Flashcards | Quizlet
control center of the nervous system
body; monitors and
responds to all the organ
systems and any stimuli
takes in food, processes digestive system
it, removes necessary
nutrients, and excretes
the waste
monitors body endocrine system
conditions; releases
hormones that have
cascading effects on
other organ systems and
physiological processes
consists of organs and respiratory system
structures that allow one
to breathe by taking in
oxygen and expelling
carbon dioxide
primary site of immune lymphatic system
response; filters blood
plasma and extracellular
fluid
removal of nitrogenous urinary system
waste from blood, and
out of the body through
excretion; responsible for
water and salt balance in
the blood
facilitates the reproductive system
reproduction process
natural balance in the homeostasis
body (stability)
true or false: homeostasis false
is static
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