Body Systems and Common Diseases
in Nursing Care
AIDS ANS: A disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that leads to a progressive
failure of the immune system.
aphasia ANS: A condition that affects the ability to communicate, often resulting from brain damage.
arthritis ANS: An inflammation of the joints that causes pain and stiffness.
asthma ANS: A chronic respiratory condition characterized by episodes of airway constriction, leading to
difficulty breathing.
autonomic nervous system ANS: A part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily
functions.
benign ANS: A term used to describe a condition, tumor, or growth that is not cancerous.
body system ANS: A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions within the body.
bursitis ANS: An inflammation of the bursa, a small fluid-filled sac that reduces friction between tissues.
cancer ANS: A disease characterized by uncontrolled cell growth and division.
cartilage ANS: A flexible connective tissue found in various parts of the body, including joints.
cataract ANS: A clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision.
,cell ANS: The basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms.
central nervous system ANS: The part of the nervous system that includes the brain and spinal cord.
cerebrovascular accident (CVA) ANS: A medical term for a stroke, which occurs when blood flow to the
brain is interrupted.
chronic bronchitis ANS: A long-term inflammation of the bronchi in the lungs, leading to coughing and
difficulty breathing.
colostomy ANS: A surgical procedure that creates an opening from the colon to the abdominal surface.
complication ANS: A secondary disease or condition that develops as a result of a primary disease.
contracture ANS: The permanent tightening of muscles and tendons that restricts movement.
development ANS: The process of growth and change in an individual over time.
diabetes mellitus ANS: A group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood sugar (glucose).
diabetic coma ANS: A serious condition that occurs when blood sugar levels become dangerously high
or low.
dialysis ANS: A medical procedure that removes waste and excess fluid from the blood when the
kidneys are not functioning properly.
, disease ANS: An abnormal condition affecting the body or mind.
edema ANS: Swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues.
embolus ANS: A blood clot or other substance that travels through the bloodstream and lodges in a
vessel.
emesis ANS: The medical term for vomiting.
emphysema ANS: A lung condition that causes shortness of breath due to damage to the alveoli.
endocrine gland ANS: A gland that secretes hormones directly into the bloodstream.
exocrine gland ANS: A gland that secretes substances through ducts to the outside of the body.
flatus ANS: Gas generated in the digestive tract that is expelled through the rectum.
fracture ANS: A break in a bone.
gland ANS: An organ that produces and releases substances such as hormones.
glaucoma ANS: A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often associated with increased
eye pressure.
growth ANS: The process of increasing in physical size.
in Nursing Care
AIDS ANS: A disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that leads to a progressive
failure of the immune system.
aphasia ANS: A condition that affects the ability to communicate, often resulting from brain damage.
arthritis ANS: An inflammation of the joints that causes pain and stiffness.
asthma ANS: A chronic respiratory condition characterized by episodes of airway constriction, leading to
difficulty breathing.
autonomic nervous system ANS: A part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily
functions.
benign ANS: A term used to describe a condition, tumor, or growth that is not cancerous.
body system ANS: A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions within the body.
bursitis ANS: An inflammation of the bursa, a small fluid-filled sac that reduces friction between tissues.
cancer ANS: A disease characterized by uncontrolled cell growth and division.
cartilage ANS: A flexible connective tissue found in various parts of the body, including joints.
cataract ANS: A clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision.
,cell ANS: The basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms.
central nervous system ANS: The part of the nervous system that includes the brain and spinal cord.
cerebrovascular accident (CVA) ANS: A medical term for a stroke, which occurs when blood flow to the
brain is interrupted.
chronic bronchitis ANS: A long-term inflammation of the bronchi in the lungs, leading to coughing and
difficulty breathing.
colostomy ANS: A surgical procedure that creates an opening from the colon to the abdominal surface.
complication ANS: A secondary disease or condition that develops as a result of a primary disease.
contracture ANS: The permanent tightening of muscles and tendons that restricts movement.
development ANS: The process of growth and change in an individual over time.
diabetes mellitus ANS: A group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood sugar (glucose).
diabetic coma ANS: A serious condition that occurs when blood sugar levels become dangerously high
or low.
dialysis ANS: A medical procedure that removes waste and excess fluid from the blood when the
kidneys are not functioning properly.
, disease ANS: An abnormal condition affecting the body or mind.
edema ANS: Swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues.
embolus ANS: A blood clot or other substance that travels through the bloodstream and lodges in a
vessel.
emesis ANS: The medical term for vomiting.
emphysema ANS: A lung condition that causes shortness of breath due to damage to the alveoli.
endocrine gland ANS: A gland that secretes hormones directly into the bloodstream.
exocrine gland ANS: A gland that secretes substances through ducts to the outside of the body.
flatus ANS: Gas generated in the digestive tract that is expelled through the rectum.
fracture ANS: A break in a bone.
gland ANS: An organ that produces and releases substances such as hormones.
glaucoma ANS: A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often associated with increased
eye pressure.
growth ANS: The process of increasing in physical size.
