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Body Systems

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Integumentary system   show
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show General term for a group of disorders that affects the ability of the person to communicate with others  
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show Occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is completely blocked, causing the tissue to die; also called "brain stroke" or cerebrovascular accident  
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Parkinson's disease   show
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Multiple sclerosis   show
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show The body system that consists of the brain and spinal cord; function is to receive information, process this information, and issue instructions  
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Pressure ulcer   show
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show An injury that results in a break in the skin, and ususlly the underlying tissues  
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Shingles   show
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Musculoskeletal system   show
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Erythema   show
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show Framework that gives structure and shape to the body and protects key vital organs  
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show Complete extent of movement that a joint is normally capable of without causing pain  
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show The loss of muscle size and strength  
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Osteoporosis   show
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Arthritis   show
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show The feeling that an amputated body part is still present after an amputation  
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show Bending of a joint  
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show Straightening of a joint  
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show Rotation of the palm so that it is facing up or forward  
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Pronation   show
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show Rotation of the sole of the foot outward  
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show Rotation of the sole of the foot inward  
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Respiratory system   show
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show The mechanical process of moving air in and out of the lungs  
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Pneumonia   show
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show Body system made up of the blood, blood vessels, and the heart  
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show Condition where the skin, whites of the eyes, and mucous membranes turn yellow  
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Arteries   show
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Veins   show
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Vericose veins   show
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show Compression stockings designed to apply gentle pressure to the legs and ankles to improve blood flow  
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show Chest pain that is felt as a result of the heart muscle being deprived of oxygen  
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Epilepsy   show
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show Body system that consists of sensory receptors, responsible for detecting and processing sensory information through general and special senses  
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Pain   show
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Cataract   show
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show Episodes of dizziness  
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Tinnitus   show
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show System that controls many of the body processes such as growth and development, reproduction, and metabolism by producing hormones  
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show Results when the pancreas is unable to produce enough insulin, the body's cells are unable to properly use the insulin that is produced, or both  
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show Hormone that affects all of the body's cells, allows sugar to be transported from the bloodstream into the individual cells  
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show Tract that consists of the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine  
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show Body system that includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra; responsible for filtering blood, removing waste and excess water  
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Dialysis   show
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Reproductive system   show
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show Gland in the male reproductive system that produces semen  
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show The inability to achieve or maintain an erection long enough to engage in sexual activity  
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