Docsity
Docsity

Prepare for your exams
Prepare for your exams

Study with the several resources on Docsity


Earn points to download
Earn points to download

Earn points by helping other students or get them with a premium plan


Guidelines and tips
Guidelines and tips

PLTW Biomedical Science Final Exam: Comprehensive Review with Detailed Answers, Exams of Nursing

A comprehensive review of key concepts in pltw biomedical science, covering topics such as tissues, organs, the nervous system, the cardiovascular system, and brain injuries. It includes detailed explanations, definitions, and examples, making it a valuable resource for students preparing for their final exam. The document also features a series of questions and exercises that test understanding of the material.

Typology: Exams

2024/2025

Available from 03/17/2025

Nursmerit
Nursmerit 🇺🇸

4.8

(10)

623 documents

1 / 40

Toggle sidebar

This page cannot be seen from the preview

Don't miss anything!

bg1
PLTW Biomedical Science Final Exam
2025 LATEST SPRING-SUMMER SESSION
COMPLETE FULL LENGTH EXAM WITH
DETAILED ANSWERS
a progressive degeneration, and/or death, of nerve cells caused
by repeated head injuries, such as repeated concussions
CTE
basic unit for any organism such as a neuron that transmits
information to other cells
cells
composed of cells, and if relating this to nervous tissue it has
both neurons and cells, which senses stimuli and transmits
signals
tissues
pf3
pf4
pf5
pf8
pf9
pfa
pfd
pfe
pff
pf12
pf13
pf14
pf15
pf16
pf17
pf18
pf19
pf1a
pf1b
pf1c
pf1d
pf1e
pf1f
pf20
pf21
pf22
pf23
pf24
pf25
pf26
pf27
pf28

Partial preview of the text

Download PLTW Biomedical Science Final Exam: Comprehensive Review with Detailed Answers and more Exams Nursing in PDF only on Docsity!

PLTW Biomedical Science Final Exam

2025 LATEST SPRING-SUMMER SESSION

COMPLETE FULL LENGTH EXAM WITH

DETAILED ANSWERS

a progressive degeneration, and/or death, of nerve cells caused by repeated head injuries, such as repeated concussions CTE basic unit for any organism such as a neuron that transmits information to other cells cells composed of cells, and if relating this to nervous tissue it has both neurons and cells, which senses stimuli and transmits signals tissues

composed of tissue, for example, the brain is composed of nervous tissue, which allows the brain to interpret stimuli organs composed of multiple organs, for example, the nervous system is composed of all the organs in the nervous system, which is responsible for all activities in the nervous system organ system composed of epithelial cells aligned in sheets and connected to one another. this tissue can be found lining the outer surfaces of all organs and blood vessels, in the mouth, and on the surfaces of humans. this tissue works to absorb, secrete, protect, and sense for us. epithelial tissue supports and connects other tissue types in the body. different types of connective tissue work to hold organs in place, attach muscle to bones, link bones with joints, or enable other tissues (like lungs) to stretch. it is found attached to and in between other tissues types in the body.

found in the walls of the heart. this tissue provides the ability to contract; involuntary cardiac muscle complete sets of genes within an organism, and genes are made up of blood genome how does a single genome code for so many types of tissues? blood is made up of 4 different bases which can create a variety. since genomes are genes, genes are responsible for determining the cell structure and function by directing synthesis of proteins and coding RNA molecules. an injury to the head that causes the brain to quickly move back and forth, hitting the inside of the skull. concussion

what happens to the neurons during a concussion? they are stretched, sheared, or transected (cut into pieces). when an individual has multiple severe concussions over their lifetime, a protein called tau forms clumps in the brain. these proteins slowly spread throughout the brain and kill brain cells. what are the short term effects/symptoms of concussion? vacant stares, disorientation, inability to focus, memory impairment, slurred speech, and stumbling. may or may not involve a lot of consciousness. can heal within a few months. what are the potential long-term effects of repeat concussions? multiple concussion which lead to tau protein formation can cause more severe symptoms including paranoia, mood and behavior changes, aggression and depression. if it is a sports player, a doctor may require the athlete to stop their sport to prevent permanent brain damage. may or may not involve a lot of consciousness. can heal within a few months.

studies microscopic anatomy of tissues. needs to use a microscope to see individual cells. histological exam what professional would perform a histological exam of tissues? forensic histologist, histologist contains the brain, brain stem, spinal cord, and nerves. it is responsible for receiving, interpreting, and reacting to signals from inside and outside the body. uses chemical and electrical signals that transmit through the body, and responds to changes that it detects. nerve signals control most bodily functions, including sensation, movement, and digestive processes. nervous system all the nerves in the body are part of the peripheral nervous system. the PNS brings information from the outside world and from within the body to the CNS. PNS

the brain and spinal cord are part of the central nervous system. the CNS receives data from the PNS (outside world). the brain processes the information, makes decisions about what to do, and sends signals back via the peripheral nervous system to bring about a specific change. CNS left side of the heart; pumps blood to the body to drop off oxygen. systemic pump right side of the heart; pumps blood to lungs to get oxygen pulmonary pump receive blood as it enters the heart "receiving halls"

veins carry blood away from the heart arteries the largest vein in the human body, the inferior vena cava returns deoxygenated blood to the right atrium of the heart from body parts below the diaphragm. vena cavas bring blood w/ oxygen back from lungs pulmonary veins carries deoxygenated blood to each corresponding lung. pulmonary arteries

the largest artery in the human body. carries blood with oxygen to whole body. aorta separates the atriums and ventricles atrioventricular valves s responsible for planning and organizing incoming information. also controls behavior and emotion. frontal lobe crucial in integrating sensory and visual information. parietal lobe used for processing language and storing information in the long-term memory.

between LA and LV biscupid (mitral) valve between RA and RV tricuspid valve between LV and aorta aortic valve between RV & pulmonary artery pulmonary valve

  • chest pain or discomfort due to reduced blood flow to the heart
  • primary symptom of coronary artery disease.
  • coronary artery disease is a cardiovascular condition in which atherosclerosis (the buildup of plaque in artery walls) occurs in the arteries that supply the heart (coronary arteries) angina
  • a cardiovascular disease characterized by the gradual buildup of plaque in artery walls
  • results from damage to the inner artery wall. This damage causes artery stiffness and the development of fatty deposits (plaque)
  • plaque may grow in size until it completely blocks an artery, which is called total occlusion. when total occlusion occurs in vessels that supply the heart or brain, a heart attack or stroke may occur atherosclerosis
  • a serious condition that occurs when blood and oxygen supply to the heart is reduced, causing part of the heart muscle to suddenly die
  • results from plaque blockage (atherosclerosis) in the coronary arteries.
  • PFO is a congenital condition, meaning it is present at birth
  • the exact cause of PFO is not well understood, but genetics most likely play a role. after a baby is born, the pressure of blood pumping through the heart usually causes the foramen ovale opening to close, but in some cases it does not. most PFO defects are between 3 and 6 mm in diameter patent foramen ovale
  • a cardiovascular disorder that occurs when your heart cannot pump enough blood to supply the body.
  • CHF can be caused by a variety of disorders, including structural defects with heart valves, disease of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathy), abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias), and heart attack
  • the walls of the ventricles are thin and weak. they are unable to adequately pump blood out of the ventricles. Instead, blood remains in the ventricles and reduces the amount of blood that reaches the rest of the body and lungs during each heartbeat
  • commonly experience symptoms such as fatigue and weakness, shortness of breath, swelling of the lower limbs, decreased alertness, and a reduced ability to exercise congestive heart failure
  • a condition in the heart when the walls become abnormally thick
  • this makes it hard for the heart to pump blood
  • often goes undiagnosed for lack of symptoms hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
  • this is due to an abnormal connection between the ventricles or lower chambers of the heart
  • it is a common heart defect, more likely to occur at birth
  • involves a hole that is in the wall of the heart between the lower chambers
  • most holes close on their own ventricular septal defect
  • an infection caused by bacteria that has entered the bloodstream
  • the bacteria settles either in the lining of the heart, in a heart valve, or a blood vessel

measures the amount of oxygen in blood pulse oximeter measures the degree of one's body heat in fahrenheit or celsius. thermometer number of heart beats per minute pulse to calculate body mass index (ratio of height to weight) body mass index measures the number of breaths taken per minute timer

Graduation from an accredited LPN program and pass the National Council Licensure Exam. They need a high school diploma or GED, and then you'll need to graduate from an accredited LPN program. LPN programs generally include one year of coursework and practical application at a hospital, vocational technical school or community college. LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) degree and training Provide basic bedside care for the sick, injured and convalescent, under the direction of physicians and registered nurses. You'll do such tasks as give injections, take vital signs, perform diagnostic tests, dress would and administer medication. Work under registered nurse. LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) duties Need to hold either an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in order to work as an RN. Need to earn a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) as well. Following graduation from an approved program, all U.S.-based RNs must take and pass the NCLEX exam. Similar training to LPN.