Athletes Who Spend a Considerable Amount of Time Practicing and Competing

question 21

Short Answer

Athletes who spend a considerable amount of time practicing and competing outdoors are at risk of overexposure to ____________________ (UV) light, which can lead to skin cancer and premature aging.

Identify and describe the anatomy of the human respiratory system.

Identify and describe the anatomy of the feline respiratory system.

Understand the structural differences and similarities between the human and feline respiratory systems.

Explain the function of the various parts of the human respiratory system.

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Definitions:

Pulmonary Artery

The artery carrying blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.

Oxygenated Blood

Blood that is rich in oxygen and is carried from the lungs to the heart and then distributed to the rest of the body.

Hepatic Portal Veins

A vein that carries blood from the gastrointestinal tract and spleen to the liver, transporting nutrients and toxins to the liver for processing.

Superior Mesenteric Vein

A large vein that drains blood from the small intestine, ascending colon, and part of the transverse colon into the portal vein.