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Lizzie Gray Milestone Two BIO 210 Southern New Hampshire University
Organ System Interrelationship and Disease Assessment I. Describe the relationship of the primary organ system to a secondary organ system, specifically: A. The interactions of the two systems, including physiological functions that require the two systems to perform together. The respiratory system and the circulatory system work directly together to make sure that oxygen is sent to our body's tissues and that carbon dioxide is removed from our bodies. The respiratory system is in charge of bringing in oxygen and eliminating carbon dioxide, while the circulatory system is in charge of carrying these gases to and from our body's tissues. B. How the human body depends on this specific relationship, that is, its significance. When we breathe in oxygen, it flows into our lungs and spreads into the bloodstream and then it connects to the hemoglobin in red blood cells. The circulatory system then transfers the oxygen-rich blood cells to our body's tissues, where they then distribute the oxygen and pick up carbon dioxide. The carbon dioxide is transferred back to our lungs, where it is then eliminated from the body during exhalation. The process of gas exchange between the respiratory system and the circulatory system is very important for our body's survival and function. Without oxygen, our cells wouldn’t be able to create the energy needed to carry out their functions. Without the elimination of carbon dioxide, our bodies would become too acidic and would not function properly.
I. Discuss at least one common medical issue or disease affecting the primary organ system, describing for each: A. The nature of the condition or disease (for example, who can have this and when it can occur). Asthma is a common medical issue that affects the respiratory system. Asthma is a respiratory illness that causes inflammation and tightening of the airways which can lead to breathing problems, coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness. It can be caused by many factors, including allergens, exercise, irritants, and respiratory infections. Asthma can affect people of all ages, but it develops mostly in childhood. B. The implications of the condition or disease (that is, the impaired function, the ultimate consequences). Some potential implications of asthma include: Reduced lung function: Asthma can cause significant damage to your airways and can reduce lung function. Reduced lung function can cause breathing issues and other respiratory problems. Increased risk of respiratory infections: People who have asthma are at higher risk of creating respiratory infections, such as pneumonia and bronchitis. Those infections can be more serious and difficult to treat than with people who don’t have asthma.
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