Body Systems and Diseases
Complete the table below for the required systems listed. Be sure to add the following requirements for each column:
· Organs in the system: List 4 to 6 of the main organs of each body system.
· Function of the system: Write 1 or 2 sentences explaining the function of the system itself in your own words.
· Major diseases afflicting the system: Write a short list of 5 to 6 major diseases that afflict each system.
· Reference(s): Include APA cited reference(s).
System
Organs in the System
Function of the System
Major Diseases Afflicting the System
Reference(s)
Example:
Immune System
· Thymus
· Lymph nodes
· Skin
· Tonsils
· Bone marrow
· Spleen
· Protects the body from disease and infection by defending against, attacking, and removing pathogens
· Removes debris from the body, such as dead cells
· Hay fever
· Asthma
· Urticaria (hives)
· Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
· Rheumatic fever
· Rheumatoid arthritis
Immune System and Disorders (n.d). Retrieved from https://medlineplus.gov/immunesystemanddisorders.html
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Nervous system
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Required:
Cardiovascular system
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Required:
Endocrine system
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Required:
Respiratory system
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Required:
Musculoskeletal system
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Required:
Digestive system
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Optional:
Lymphatic system
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Optional:
Urinary system
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Optional:
Reproductive system
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Integumentary system
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Cite at least 1 reputable reference for each of the required body systems in your chart. Reputable references include trade or industry publications, government or agency websites, scholarly works, a textbook, or other sources of similar quality.
Format your references used in your chart according to APA guidelines. Use the Center for Writing Excellence Tutorials & Guides page (citation generator, sample paper) for appropriate APA formatting resources.
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