Health, Fitness, and Wellness C458 Study Questions

Health, Fitness, and Wellness C458 Study Questions Leave the first rating Students also studied Terms in this set (62) Science Biology Anatomy Save C458 Health, Fitness, and Wellness ...48 terms pjaram4Preview C458 - Health, Fitness, and Wellnes...293 terms mcflyjoshPreview C458 38 terms shelbywood25 Preview WGU C 76 terms mic Which parts of the skeletal system are used when we kick a ball?bones joints cartilage tendons There are different types of muscle throughout our bodies. Which muscles are responsible for running?Which muscles aid in moving food through the intestines?Which muscles help the heart pump blood throughout our body?striated - moves all bones, including facial expressions, and eye movement smooth - lines the walls of internal organs cardiac - combination of striated and smooth only found in the heart What is the difference between the central and peripheral nervous systems?central (CNS) - brain and spinal cord and processes information and sends it out to the body peripheral (PNS) - consists of all the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord What would you consider to be the most important organ associated with the respiratory system and why?lungs which exchange and oxygen and carbon dioxide during breathing Where does the upper respiratory tract end and the lower respiratory tract begin?upper respiratory tract - the nose, pharynx (throat), and larynx (voice box) lower respiratory tract - trachea (windpipe), bronchial tree, and lungs

How do the heart and blood vessels work together as the cardiovascular system?

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arteries on the left of side of the heart that pump the blood out of the heart through the aorta.veins - in order for the oxygen rich blood to enter cells it must pass through the capillary How do the accessory digestive structures differ from the digestive tract?

accessory organs help process foods:

salivary glands liver gallbladder pancreas

digestive tract:

mouth pharynx (throat) esophagus stomach small intestine large intestine rectum anus Urine is made in the kidneys. How does it get from the kidneys to the outside of the body?held in the bladder and expelled through the urethra Discuss the role of the immune system and its major organs and structures.sometimes referred to as the lymphatic system, networks of cells, fluids, tissue, and organs that help protect the body against foreign invaders, sickness, and

diseases:

lymph/ lymph nodes bone marrow tonsils adenoids spleen thymus gland Explain the four functions of the skin1. protects from the environment

• encloses nerve fibers that sends messages to the brain about pain, pressure,

and temperature.

• lubrication (contains 2 types of glands, sebum and sweat)
• maintain body temperature

What is the overall goal of the endocrine system? How do glands enable the endocrine system to function?sends chemical messages (hormones) that influence growth, development, and energy-producing activities to keep the body in a state of balance/ homeostasis.

8 major glands:

pineal pituitary glands thyroid thymus adrenals pancreases ovaries/ testes What needs to happen for fertilization to occur? sperm needs to fertilize the egg What is menopause?Occurs when eggs are no long available and menses have creased for an entire year Are there any similar structures between the male and female reproductive systems? If so, what are they and how are they similar?Both male and female reproductive systems have organs called gonads (testes in males, ovaries in females) that produce gametes (sperm or ova) and sex hormones (such as testosterone in males and estrogen in females).Your neighbor has influenza. Can you catch it from them?Is influenza communicable or non-communicable?influenza is communal Your cousin has asthma. Can you catch it from them? Is asthma communicable or non-communicable?asthma is non-communicable What is the difference between muscular strength and muscular endurance?strength is the amount of force and endurance is how many times you can move that weight without getting exhausted What is the difference between cardiorespiratory fitness and flexibility?Using the FITT principles, discuss the recommended

fitness guidelines for:

• Children
• Adolescents
• Adults

What are the personal hygiene recommendations for:

• Children
• Adolescents
• Adults

In a sentence or two, summarize what could be done to prevent a fire.In a sentence or two, summarize what could be done to prevent drowning.

In a sentence or two, summarize what could be done to prevent a bicycle accident.In a sentence or two, summarize what could be done to prevent a fall.In a sentence or two, summarize what could be done to respond to an emergency.What is the difference between REM and non-REM sleep?How are the stages of non-REM sleep different from each other?Name a few specific ways in which sleep benefits health.Your friend is having trouble sleeping. What advice could you give them?Which age group needs the most sleep? Which age group needs the least sleep? How many hours does each group need?3-5 years 10-13 hours per 24 hours (including naps) 6-12 years 9-12 hours per 24 hours 13-18 years 8-10 hours per 24 hours 18-60 years

• or more hours per night

What are carbohydrates and which foods contain them?What do carbohydrates do for the body?act as an energy source, help control blood glucose and insulin metabolism, participate in cholesterol and triglyceride metabolism, and help with fermentation.What are proteins and which foods contain them? What do proteins do for the body?made up of chemical amino acids. the body uses amino acids to build and repair muscles and bones and to make hormones and enzymes. can also be used as an energy source.What are fats and which foods contain them? What do fats do for the body?provide the body with energy, support cell function, and help the body absorb nutrients What is meant by "micronutrient?" How are micronutrients different from macronutrients? How do they benefit the body?micronutrients - vitamins and minerals, such as C, D and K, and minerals such as iron, magnesium and calcium.Summarize the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for a healthy diet.Briefly summarize the types of modified diets discussed in the course materials/text book.