AEMT Chapter 7 The Human Body

The body cavity that contains the major organs of digestion and excretion. It is located below the diaphragm and above the pelvis.

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The depression on the lateral pelvis where its three component bones join, in which the femoral head fits snugly.

A substance that increases the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution.

A pathologic condition that results from the accumulation of acids in the body; an increase in extracellular H+ ions; a blood pH of less than 7.35

One or more torn ligaments in the acromioclavicular joint, resulting in a separated shoulder

The tip of the shoulder and the site of attachment for the clavicle and various shoulder muscles

A method used to move compounds across a cell membrane to create or maintain an imbalance of charges

The nucleotide involved in energy metabolism; used to store enregy

The outer layer of the adrenal gland; it produces hormones that are important in regulating the water and salt balance of the body

Endocrine glands located on top of the kidneys that release adrenaline when stimulated by the sympathetic nervous system

Hormone produced by the adrenal glands that mediates the "fight-or-flight" response of the sympathetic nervous system

Hormone that targets the adrenal cortex to secrete cortisol (a glucocorticoid)

The metabolism that takes place in the presence of oxygen

The pressure in the aorta against which left ventricle must pump blood; in creasing this pressure can decrease cardiac output