Anatomy and medicine by letter- N

Nerve cells that send messages all over the body.

A system including the brain, spinal cord, and a complex network of nerves that send messages back and forth between the body.

Death of body tissue, occurring when there is not enough blood flow to the affected area.

Doctor who specialises in conditions relating to the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

Essential healthcare professionals that care for people in all health and aged care settings.

A chronic sleep disorder, causing people to become overwhelmingly sleepy during the day.

A facial feature that allows for respirations and gives you a sense of smell.

The abbreviation for the chemical element, sodium.

A structure connecting the head to the torso.

Generally the first 28 days of an infant's life.

Medical speciality concerned with the kidneys.

A place where critically ill or premature babies are treated.

The small, raised area in the centre of the breast.

A group of medicinal drugs, used to treat mild-moderate pain and inflammation. A common example is ibuprofen.

The structure within a cell containing chromosomes.

A substance providing sustenance, allowing an organism to survive, grow, and reproduce.

Cardiac rhythm presented by a healthy heart, with a regular heart rate of 60-100 bpm at rest.

A hormone and neurotransmitter, that plays a key role in the fight-or-flight response and helps you stay alert and focused. Also known as noradrenaline.

The feeling you get when you think you might vomit.

A hard structure at the end of your fingers and toes, made from keratin.