OCR - A2 Health and Social care unit 12 Anatomy and Physiology

OCR - A2 Health and Social care unit 12
Anatomy and Physiology

Asthma - correct answer-Dysfunction in
the respiratory system
Causes of the respiratory system -
correct answer-Variety of Triggers - Dust,
Air, Cold Air, exercise and Pet hair
Also Genetic and possible environmental
causes
What happens when you have asthma -
correct answer-The sensitive lining of
the airways, lungs and alveoli become
inflamed and swell up creating more
mucus leading to coughing, wheezing
and dizziness
Asthma Diagnostic techniques - correct
answer-Visit the Gp and discuss
possible symptoms
What are possible symptoms of asthma -
correct answer-Coughing and wheezing

, How is the force of air which is being
exhaled- Lung Volume measured -
correct answer-Peak Flow Meter
Spirometer - correct answer-Measures
the King volume and lung capacity so
it's accurate - doctors and Hospitals
need to do it
Treatments - correct answer-Inhalers
Relievers inhaler - correct
answer-Steroid inhalers which reduces
swelling and the production of mucus
Preventative - correct answer-Steroid
inhalers which desensitise the lining of
the lung lessening the chances of an
attack
Physical effects of Asthma - correct
answer-Restricts the types and amount
of exercise and also you have to carry
inhalers at all times to avoid triggers
Intellectual effects of Asthma - correct
answer-Lack of oxygen to the brain -
dizziness and tired Loss of
concentration