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what happens to blood vessels with age   become less elastic , causing blood pressure to rise  
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what happens if theres interruption of blood flow for a few seconds   causes loss of consciousness  
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what happens if the brain is deprived of oxygen for 4 to 5 minutes   irreversible brain damage occurs  
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where does arterial blood flow come from   the heart  
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great saphenous vein   longest vein in the body, frequently harvested for use as grafts in coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG)  
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hepatic veins   drain the liver, because of its proximity to the heart, right-sided heart failure can cause congestion in the liver  
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popliteal vein   runs behind the knee  
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median cubital   most common site for drawing blood.  
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cephalic vein   at its distal end frequent site for the administration of intravenous fluids  
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internal jugular vein   drains most of blood from the brain, in right- sided heart failure blood backs up from heart and causes jugular vein distension  
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inferior vena cava   receives blood from lower part of body  
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superior vena cava   receives blood from head, shoulders and arms  
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bodys main vein   vena cava  
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veins   drain blood from organs and other parts of the body and carry it to vena cava, which in turn delivers it to right atrium  
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places on the body where pulses may be felt   carotid artery, brachial, radial (most common), femoral, popliteal (behind knee)posterior tibial, dorsalis pedis  
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edema   accumulation of fluid that appears as swelling in ankles, fingers,abdomen, face caused when fluid filters out of capillaries faster than its reabsorbed  
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3 main causes of edema   increased capillary filtration, reduced capillary reabsorption, obstructed lymphatic drainage  
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hypotension   lower than normal blood pressure  
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hypertension   higher than normal blood pressure  
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pulse pressure   the difference between systolic and diastolic pressure  
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vasodilation   increase in the diameter of a vessel caused by relaxation of vascular muscles  
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vasoconstriction   reduction in the diameter of a vessel that increases resistance to blood flow  
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splenectomy   to remove a spleen surgically, A person can live without a spleen but may be more vulnerable to infection  
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medium-sized veins   formed by convergence of venules on the route toward the heart, medium-sized veins have thicker more elastic walls  
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venules   porous an an exchange fluid with surrounding tissues  
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venules   have very thin walls consisting of little more than a few endothelial cells  
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venules   smallest veins and collect blood from capillaries  
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arterioles   connected to capillaries by short connecting vessels called met-arterioles  
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arterioles   too numerous to be named  
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arterioles   also called resistance arteries through the contraction of smooth muscle in their walls , they can resist the flow of blood thus helping regulate blood pressure as well as control how much blood enters an organ  
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arterioles   smallest arteries  
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distributing arteries   example: brachial artery, femoral artery, renal artery  
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distributing arteries   also called muscular arteries, smaller in diameter than elastic arteries  
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distributing arteries   carry blood farther away from the heart to specific organs and areas of the body  
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conducting arteries   example: aorta, common carotid artery , subclavian artery  
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conducting arteries   also called elastic arteries because of large number of elastic fibers embedded in tunica media  
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conducting arteries   body's largest arteries expand as blood surges into them and recoil when ventricles relax  
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tunica externa   outer layer, made of strong, flexible fibrous connective tissue supports and protects the blood vessel. in veins, thickest of 3 layers in arteries, a little thinner than middle layer  
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tunica media   middle layer; thickest layer composed of smooth muscle and elastic tissue,allows blood vessel to change diameter, smooth muscle in this layer is innervated by the autonomic nervous system  
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tunica intima   innermost layer thats exposed to blood, consists of endothelium, its smooth surface keeps blood flowing freely, without sticking to vessel wall , also prod. chemicals that cause blood vessels to dilate or constrict  
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capillaries   connect the smallest arteries to the smallest veins  
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veins   return blood to the heart  
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arteries   carry blood away from the heart  
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venous   of or relating to a vein or the veins, of or relating to dark red, oxygen- poor blood in the veins and pulmonary artery  
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aneurysm   when a portion of the arterial wall weakens, blood inside artery pushes against weakened area causing it to bulge  
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vasodilation   increase in the diameter of a vessel  
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what does the lymphatic system consist of   lymphatic vessels, lymph (fluid within vessels), lymphatic tissue and lymphatic organs  
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what are the 3 functions of the lymphatic system?   maintenance of fluid balance, absorption of fats, immunity  
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maintenance of fluid balance in lymphatic system   one of the roles is to absorb fluid that may cause massive swelling and return it to the blood stream,  
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absorption of fats in lymphatic system   specialized lymphatic vessels in the small intestines , absorb fats and fat-soluble vitamins  
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immunity in lymphatic system   key component of the immune system, lymph nodes and other lymphatic organs filter lymph to remove microorganisms and foreign parties  
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anastomosis   a natural connection between 2 vessels  
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lymph   clear, colorless fluid similar to plasma but with a lower protein content  
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where does lymph originate   in tissues as fluid left behind following capillary exchange  
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what may lymph contain   lipids (after draining small intestines), lymphocytes (after leaving lymphnodes) hormones, bacteria, viruses and cellular debris  
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lymphatic vessels   have thin walls and valves to prevent backflow  
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how are lymphatic vessels formed   by a thin layer of epithelial cell. unlike cells in veins (which are tightly joined) cells forming lymphatic vessels walls overlap loosely, allowing gaps to exist between the cells  
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what are the 2 collecting ducts of the lymphatic system   right lymphatic and thoracic ducts  
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right lymphatic duct   drains lymph for upper right quadrant of the body into the right subclavian vein  
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thoracic duct   (originates at a dilated portion of a lymphatic vessel in abdomen called cisterna chyli) drains lymph from rest of the body to left subclavian vein  
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lymphatic organs   well defined. include red bone marrow, thymus, lymph nodes, tonsils and spleen  
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primary lymphatic organs   red bone marrow and thymus , provides a location for B and T lymphocytes to mature  
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secondary lymphatic organs   lymph nodes, tonsils and spleen: contain lymphocytes that have matured in either red bone marrow or the thymus  
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thymus   divided into lobules that extend inward from a fibrous outer capsule. each lobule consists of a dense outer cortex and a less dense medulla filled with T lymphocytes  
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thymus   located in mediastinum, the size varies with age, begins to shrink at age 14. also produces hormone Thymosin- promotes development of lymphocytes  
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lymph nodes   as lymph flows along its course, it passes through multiple lymphnodes. when it reaches a node, fluid slows to a trickle as lymph nodes removes pathogens and other foreign material  
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besides cleansing lymph what else do lymph nodes do   also serves as site for final maturation of some types of lymphocytes  
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what are the major lymph node groups   cervical, axillary, inguinal  
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cervical lymph nodes   found in the neck, monitor lymph coming from head and neck  
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axillary lymph nodes   clustered in the armpit; receive lymph from arm and breast  
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inguinal lymph nodes   occur in the groin; they receive lymph from the legs  
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tonsils   masses of lymphoid tissue, forms a protective circle at the back of the throat, guards against pathogens entering the body through the nose or throat  
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what are the 3 sets of tonsils   pharyngeal, palatine, lingual  
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pharyngeal tonsil   also called adenoids,a single tonsil that sits on the wall of the pharynx, just behind the nasal cavity  
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palatine tonsils   pair of tonsils that lies in posterior of the oral cavity  
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lingual tonsils   numerous tonsils that are concentrated in patches on each side of the base of the tongue  
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tonsillitis   when the tonsils swell and become inflamed  
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symptoms of tonsillitis   sore throat, painful swallowing and fever. when caused by a virus, condition usually resolves on its own after a few days. when its caused by a bacteria antibiotics are required  
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whats recommended if tonsillitis repeatedly occurs   tonsillectomy- surgical removal of tonsils  
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spleen   body's largest lymphatic organ, resides in upper left quadrant of the abdomen;just inferior to diaphragm , protected by lower ribs ; surrounded by a fibrous capsule;inward extensions of the capsule divide the spleen into compartments  
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what are the 2 tissue types found in spleen   red pulp and white pulp  
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white pulp   contains compact masses of lymphocyte surrounds the arteries leading into each compartment  
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red pulp   exists along edges of compartments,consists of network of erythrocyte filled sinus supported by framework of reticular fibers&phagocytic cells.blood collects in venous sinuses after passing through reticulae fibers,then returns to the heart through veins  
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functions of the spleen   immunity, destruction of old red blood cells, blood storage, hematopoiesis  
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first line of defense   external barriers, such as skin and mucous membranes, keep most of the pathogens we encounter at bay  
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second line of defense   if pathogen penetrates 1st line of defense, body launches several mechanisms geared at repelling a wide variety of threats, incl. production of phagocytic white blood cells and triggering inflammation and fever  
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nonspecific immunity   responses are aimed at a broad range of attackers, rather than one specific pathogen .also called innate immunity  
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innate immunity   because mechanisms are present from birth, allowing body to repel pathogens to which it has never been exposed  
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nonspecific immunity   protects against a broad range of pathogens, using a variety of mechanisms, such as external barriers, phagocytosis, antimicrobial proteins, natural killer cells, inflammation and fever  
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external barriers   skin and mucous membranes provide 1st line of defense against microorganisms. skin, composed of tough protein, repels most pathogens, while its surface is dry & lacking in nutrients, makes a hostile environment for bacteria  
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acid mantle   thin layer of acid produced by sweat  
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what do mucous membranes found in digestive, respiratory, urinary and reproductive tracts do?   produce mucus that physically traps pathogens  
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what happens to mucus in respiratory tract   swallowed and pathogens are destroyed by stomach acid  
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lysozome   enzyme in mucus, tears, and saliva that destroys bacteria  
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third line of defense   last line of defense is specific immunity, occurs when body retains a memory of a pathogen after defeating it. if exposed to same pathogen in future, body can quickly recognize it, targeting a response at this one specific invader  
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phagocytosis   if a pathogen makes its way past skin or mucous membranes and enters body, it will immediately confront a key player in 2nd line defense; phagocytes  
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1st step of phagocytosis   phagocytes are cells whose sole job is to ingest and destroy microorganisms and other small particles  
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2nd step of phagocytosis   when a phagocyte encounters a microorganism, it sends out membrane projection called pseudopods (or "false feet")  
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3rd step of phagocytosis   pseudo-pods envelop the organism, forming a complete sac called a phagosome  
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4th step of phagocytosis   phagosome travels to the interior of the cell and fuses with a lysosome, which contains digestive enzymes  
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5th step of phagocytosis   digestive enzymes from the lysosome destroy the microorganism,  
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6th step of phagocytosis   the waste products are then released from the cell  
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types of phagocytes   neutrophils and macrophages  
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neutrophils   roam the body seeking out bacteria  
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macrophages   must remain fixed within strategic areas  
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1st step when neutrophils find site of infection   neutrophils travel to sites of infection after being summoned by a chemical released from inflamed cells (chemotaxis)  
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2nd step when neutrophils find site of infection   once there, neutrophils anchor themselves to the inside of the blood capillary  
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3rd step when neutrophils find site of infection   then use enzymes to digest a portion of basement membrane, which allows them to squeeze out of the vessel (process called diapedesis) and enter the inflamed tissue  
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areas where microbial invasion is likely to occur   alveolus of lungs, liver, nerve tissue, bone and spleen  
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antimicrobial proteins   2 types of proteins help provide nonspecific resistance against bacterial and viral invasion; interferons and the complement system  
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interferons   a protein prod by some cells responding to viral invasion, when a virus infects a cell, it prod. interferon, which it releases to nearby cells. binds to surface receptors on neighboring cells.  
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interferons   this triggers prod. of enzymes w/in cells thatd prevent virus from replicating if it managed to invade  
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complement system   over 20 diff proteins (complement) circulate in bloodstream in an inactive form , waiting to assist in the immune response , a bacteria, or antibodies against bacteria activate complement  
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What happens once a complement reaction begins   it continues as a cascade of chemical reactions with one complement protein activating the next.  
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how does the complement aid the immune system   by coating pathogens, making them attractive to phagocytes, and stimulating inflammation (which summons neutrophils through chemotaxis)  
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inflammation   tissue injury whether from trauma, ischemia, or infection  
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what does the inflammatory response include   processes that clean up and repair the damaged tissue  
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what happens to most of phagocytes during process of fighting infection   most of phagocytes die during process of fighting infection  
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pus   thick yellowish fluid formed from dead cells piling up, along with tissue debris and fluid  
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abscess   when pus accumulates in a tissue cavity  
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what are 4 classic signs of inflammation   redness, swelling, heat and pain  
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IgG   only antibody that can cross placenta to impart temporary immunity to the fetus  
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IgM   active in primary immune response, also involved in agglutination of incompatible blood types  
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antigen   any molecule that triggers an immune response, any foreign substance is said to be antigenic  
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cellular immunity   destroys pathogens that exist within a cell, to accomplish it employs 3 types of T cells  
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what are the 3 types of T cells employed by cellular immunity   cytoxic,helper, memory  
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cytoxic T cells   (also called killer T cells) which carry out the attack  
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Helper t cells   plays a supportive role  
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Memory T cells   remembers the pathogen in case of future invasion  
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immune system disorders   disorders occur when the immune system overreacts to an antigen (hypersensitivity) or opposite fails to react ( as occurs in immunodeficiency disorders)  
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hypersensitivity   involves an inappropriate or excessive response of the immune system  
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allergy   most common type of hypersensitivity  
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allergy   condition in which the immune system reacts to environmental substances (allergens) that most people can tolerate  
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what are some common allergens   mold,dust,pollen,animal dander&foods (chocolate,shellfish, nuts or milk) certain drugs (penicillin,tetracycline, sulfa) can also trigger an allergic response which may be within seonds or delayed for several days  
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immediate allergic reactions   include common allergies, such as those to pollen or bee stings  
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anaphylaxis   severe immediate hypersensitivity reaction affecting the entire body  
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what are possible symptoms of anaphylaxis   red, itchy, raised rash and swelling of face, lips, and tongue  
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what happens during anaphylaxis   release of huge amounts of histamine causes constrictions of the airways- making breathing difficult and vasodilation causing blood pressure to drop  
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anaphylactic shock   when symptoms worsen to the point that circulatory shock and even death may occur. mild anaphylaxis can often be relieved with antihistamines, anaphylactic shock is medical emergency requiring emergency treatment with epinephrine  
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delayed allergic reaction   involve cell-mediated immunity  
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autoimmune diseases   sometimes body's immune system fails to differentiate between self-antigens-the molecules native to a person's body and foreign antigen. when this occurs body prod. antibodies that attack its own tissues  
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immunodeficiency diseases   immune system fails to adequately protect the body against pathogens  
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lymph nodes and cancer   cancer often spreads through lymphatic system when cancerous cells break free of original tumor they often enter lymphatic capillaries and travel to the nearest lymph node  
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sentinel lymph node   first lymph node reached by metastasizing cancer cells  
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what helps determine future treatment of cancer in lymph nodes   closely examining the nodes for cancerous cells following removal  
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whats the most common route for breast cancer metastasis   axillary lymph nodes  
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lymphedema   swelling produced by accumulation of lymph in surrounding tissues  
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splenic rupture   spleens location makes it vulnerable to injury from trauma , because its highly vascular severe injury or rupture can produce a fatal hemorrhage  
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active immunity   immunity that results when the body manufactures its own antibodies or T cells against a pathogen  
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allergen   environmental substance that triggers an allergic response  
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anaphylaxis   severe immediate hypersensitivity reaction affecting the entire body  
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antibody   substance produced by b lymphocytes in response to a specific antigen  
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antigen   any molecule that triggers an immune response  
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cellular immunity   immune response that targets foreign cells or host cells that have become infected with a pathogen  
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chemotaxis   the movement of white blood cells to an area of inflammation in response to the release of chemicals from the injured cells  
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complement   a group of proteins in the blood that through a cascade of chemical reactions, participate in nonspecific immunity  
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diapedesis   process in which neutrophils enzymatically digest a portion of the capillary basement membrane, allowing them to leave the vessel and enter inflamed tissue  
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histamine   substance secreted by injured or irritated cells that produces local vasodilation, among other effects  
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humoral immunity   immune response that uses antibodies to target pathogens outside the host cells  
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hyperemia   increased blood flow to an area  
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immunoglobulins   antibodies  
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inflammation   immunological response to injury, infection, or allergy, marked by increases in regional blood flow, immigration of white blood cells and release of chemical toxins  
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interferon   protein released from virus-infected cells that helps protect nearby cells from invasion  
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lymph   clear, colorless fluid filling lymphatic capillaries  
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lymph nodes   kidney- shaped masses of lymphatic tissue that lie along lymphatic vessels  
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macrophage   important phagocyte that remains fixed in strategic areas  
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natural killer cells   unique group of lymphocytes that continually roam the body seeking out pathogens or diseased cells  
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neutrophils   phagocytes that accumulate rapidly at sites of acute injury  
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nonspecific immunity   1st and 2nd line of defense; immune response aimed at a broad range of pathogens  
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passive immunity   immunity that results when someone receives antibodies from another person or animal  
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phagocytosis   process by which phagocytes engulf and destroy microorganisms  
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pyrexia   fever  
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specific immunity   3rd line of defense; immune response targeted at a specific pathogen  
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spleen   the body's largest lymphatic organ ; contains masses of lymphocytes  
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thymus gland   lymphoid organ where T cells mature; located in mediastinal cavity  
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T lymphocytes   lymphocytes that participate in both cellular and humoral immunity ; also called T cells  
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tonsils   masses of lymphoid tissue that form a protective circle at the back of the throat  
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what is the function of natural killer cells   recognize and destroy any foreign cells, incl. cancer cells, virus-infected cells and bacteria- as well as cells of transplanted organs and tissues  
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what method is most used to destroy infected cells by natural killer cells   secretion of chemicals that causes cell to die and break apart (lysis)  
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antibodies   key players in body's immune system, antibodies are gamma globulin proteins formed by B cells and found in plasma and body secretions  
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immunoglobulins (Ig)   another name for antibodies; consist of chains of proteins joined in a way that resembles a y or a t  
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what are 5 classes of antibodies   IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, IgM  
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IgA   populates mucous membranes, intestines, respiratory tract, and urinary tract; also found in saliva, tears and breast milk  
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IgD   exists in the blood in very small amounts ; may activate basophils and mast cells  
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IgE   involved in allergic reactions  
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IgG   primary antibody of secondary immune response, also most abundant of all immunoglobulins, making up 80% of all circulating antibodies  
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cellular (cell-mediated) immunity   aims to destroy foreign cells or host cells that have become infected with a pathogen  
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humoral (antibody-mediated) immunity   focuses on pathogens outside the host cells; sends out antibodies to "mark" a pathogen for later destruction  
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active immunity   body routinely makes its own antibodies or T cells against a pathogen  
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passive immunity   immunity after receiving an injection of antibodies from another person or animal  
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active immunity   permanent or at least long lasting  
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passive immunity   body doesnt develop a memory for the pathogen, so immunity lasts only a few months  
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what are the 4 classes of immunity   natural active, artificial active, natural passive, artificial passive  
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natural active immunity   occurs when the body produces antibodies or T cells after being exposed to a particular antigen  
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artificial active immunity   results when body makes T cells & antibodies against a disease as a result of a vaccination. by injecting vaccine containing dead or weakened(attenuated) pathogens,recipient body produces immune response w/out actually developing the illness  
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natural passive immunity   results when a fetus acquires antibodies from the mother through the placenta or when a baby acquires them through breastfeeding  
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artificial passive immunity   involves obtaining serum from a person or animal thats prod. antibodies against a certain pathogen & then injecting it into someone else. typically used in emergencies for treatment of rabies and botulism  
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fever   aka pyrexia.abnormal elevation of temp. believed fever is beneficial during an illness.besides promoting activity of interferon, an elevated body temp. inhibits the reproduction of bacteria and viruses  
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lymphocytes   relied on by immune system to wage war against pathogens. fall into 1 of 3 classes : natural killer, T cells, B cells  
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T lymphocytes   develop from stem cells in red bone marrow  
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B lymphocytes   commonly called b cells, also begin life as stem cells in red bone marrow. unlike t cells , b cells remain in bone marrow until they are fully mature  
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natural killer cells   unique group of lymphocytes that continually roam the body seeking out pathogens or diseased cells  
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redness   results from hyperemia  
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heat   also results from hyperemia  
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pain   may result from the injured nerves, pressure on the nerves from swelling, or stimulation of nerves by bacterial toxins  
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swellings function in healing of inflammation   compresses veins-reducing venous drainage -while forcing the capillary valves open to promote capillary drainage  
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swellings function in healing of inflammation   helps healing because lymphatic capillaries are more adept at removing bacteria, dead cells and tissue debris than are blood capillaries  
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redness function in healing of inflammation   hyperemia brings materials necessary for healing, including oxygen and amino acids  
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heats function in healing of inflammation   heat in the area increases the metabolic rate, and thus, the rate of tissue repair  
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pains function in healing of inflammation   pain signals that an injury has occurred and serves as a reminder to rest the area to allow healing  
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specific immunity   directed against specific pathogen,after being exposed to a pathogen, immune system retains a memory of encounter, if that pathogen enters the body in future, immune system will recognize immed. allowing it to destroy pathogen before symptoms even develop  
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swelling   results from fluid leaking out of capillaries  
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sinusoid   large, permeable capillary found in organs, such as the liver, spleen, and bone marrow that allows for the passage of large cells and proteins  
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vasomotion   adjusting the diameter of blood vessels  
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radial artery   often palpated to measure a pulse  
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brachial artery   continuation of axillary artery and artery most often used for routine blood pressure measurement  
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axillary artery   the continuation of subclavian artery in the axillary region  
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subclavian artery   supplies blood to the arm  
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major arteries branching off aortic arch   subclavian artery, axillary artery, brachial artery, radial artery  
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major arteries branching off ilia arteries   internal iliac, external iliac, femoral, popliteal,anterior tibial, posterior tibial, dorsalis pedis  
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right and left common iliac arteries   formed by split of distal end of abdominal aorta, supply pelvic organs, thighs and lower extremities  
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inferior mesenteric artery   which supplies the other part of large intestine  
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superior mesenteric artery   supplies most of small intestine and part of large intestine  
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renal arteries   supplies the kidney  
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hepatic artery   supplies the liver  
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splenic artery   supplies the spleen  
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gastric artery   supplies the stomach  
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abdominal aorta   gives rise to celiac trunk which divides into gastric, splenic and hepatic arteries  
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thoracic aorta   supply chest wall and organs within thoracic cavity  
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aorta   originates in left ventricle and is divided into 3 regions  
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systemic circulation   all systemic arteries arise either directly or indirectly from the aorta  
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systemic circulation   involves both arteries and veins  
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systemic circulation   supplies oxygen and nutrients to organs and removes wastes  
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pulmonary circulation   doesn't supply lung tissue itself with oxygen  
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pulmonary circulation   routes blood to and from lungs to exchange carbon dioxide for oxygen  
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systemic circulation   begins at left ventricle and involves circulation of blood through the body  
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pulmonary circulation   begins at the right ventricle and involves circulation of blood through the lungs  
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abdominal aorta   below the diaphragm, branches into right and left common iliac arteries, which supply blood to the lower pelvis and leg  
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thoracic aorta   above the diaphragm  
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descending aorta   (3rd region) travels downward dorsal to the heart through its thoracic and abdominal cavities  
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left subclavian artery   supplies blood to left shoulder and upper arm  
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left common carotid artery   extends into the neck  
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brachiocephalic   through its branches supplies blood to head and right arm  
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aortic arch   (2nd region) curves over the heart and turns downward behind the heart, making an inverted u shape. aortic arch branches into 3 major arteries  
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ascending aorta   (1st region) rises a few cm. above left ventricle. right and left coronary arteries branch off the ascending aorta to supply blood to myocardium  
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5th step of pulmonary circulation   capillaries form venules,which merge to form veins,veins merge until forming pulmonary vein,which returns oxygenated blood to left atrium  
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4th step of pulmonary circulation   capillaries surround alveoli, where exchange of oxygen for carbon dioxide occurs  
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3rd step of pulmonary circulation   pulmonary arteries branch into lobar arteries (one for each lobe of the lung) these arteries branch into smaller arteries until ending at capillary beds  
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2nd step of pulmonary circulation   pulmonary arteries enter lungs  
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1st step of pulmonary circulation   blood leaves right ventricle through pulmonary trunk, which branches into right and left pulmonary arteries  
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large veins   example: Vena Cavae, pulmonary veins, internal jugular veins  
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large veins   formed as medium-sized veins converge, have a thick tunica externa  
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medium-sized veins   Examples: radial and ulnar veins of the forearm, saphenous veins in the leg  
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medium-sized veins   contain one way valves formed from thin endothelium lining, ales keep blood moving toward heart and prevent back flow. veins in leg, which must fight forces of gravity as they transport blood to heart, contains most valves  
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baroreceptors   sensory nerve endings in the aortic arch and carotid arteries that sense changes in pressure  
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circle of willis   circle of arteries at the base of the brain  
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colloid osmotic pressure   process whereby albumin in the blood pulls tissue fluid into capillaries  
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diastolic pressure   pressure within arteries when the ventricle relaxes  
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diffusion   process by which molecules of a substance move from an area of higher to lower concentration  
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filtration   process of removing particles from a solution by allowing the liquid portion to pass through a membrane  
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peripheral resistance   resistance to blood flow resulting from the friction of the blood against the walls of the vessels  
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what are the most common sites for aneurysms?????   aorta, renal arteries , and a circle of arteries at the base of the brain  
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what happens if an aneurysm ruptures   massive hemorrhage will result, even without rupturing, the aneurysm can cause pain and even death by putting pressure on surrounding nerves, tissues and organs  
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what is the most common cause for aneurysm development   atherosclerosis combined with high blood pressure, although may also result from a congenital weakness of the vessel wall, trauma or a bacterial infection  
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vasomotor center   area in the medulla of the brain that sends impulses to alter blood vessel diameter and therefore blood pressure  
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systolic pressure   pressure in arteries when the ventricles eject blood  
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principal vein   brachiocephalic  
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principal vein   subclavian  
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principal vein   superior vena cava  
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principal vein   inferior vena cava  
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principal vein   axillary  
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principal vein   hepatic  
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principal vein   common iliac  
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principal vein   internal iliac  
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principal vein   external iliac  
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principal vein   great saphenous  
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principal vein   anterior tibial  
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principal vein   internal jugular  
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principal vein   external jugular  
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principal vein   cephalic  
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principal vein   basilic  
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principal vein   median cubital  
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principal vein   radial  
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principal vein   femoral  
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principal vein   popliteal  
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principal vein   fibular (peroneal)  
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principal vein   posterior tibial  
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