Republic of the Philippines

Cebu Normal University

COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
Osmeña Boulevard, Cebu City 6000 Philippines

EXCRETORY SYSTEM
By: (ALPUERTO, June Jessica; ARNEJO, Hanna Dania; APOSTOL, Cleo Lorainne; DEL MAR, Dawn Larrain)
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1.0 Description of the Body System
The system that excrete wastes from the body. For example, the systemof organs that regulates the amount of water in the
body and filters andeliminates from the blood the wastes produced by metabolism. Theprincipal organs of the excretory system are the
kidneys, ureters, urethra, and urinary bladder

2.0 Function of the Body System

The excretory system performs the function of excretion and the process of discharging wastes. It is responsible for the
excretion of wastes in our body. It removes excess, unnecessary materials out of our body.

3.0 Constituent Organs and Their Functions

 Kidneys – filters waste out of our blood
 Bladder – it is where the urine is stored
 Ureter – the small tube where the urine passes going to bladder
 Urethra – it is where the urine passes in going out of our body

4.0 Taking Good Care of the Body System

1. Don’t wait too long to use the restroom. Withholding urination can put added pressure on your bladder which can lead to
infection.
2. Pay close attention to hygiene – avoid harsh soaps and make sure to shower thoroughly after swimming in pools or lakes.
3. Avoid foods that may irritate the bladder. If you have an overactive or sensitive bladder, avoid carbonated and caffeinated
drinks and alcoholic drinks.
4. Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water throughout the day in order to keep a normal urinary pattern. This works to remove any
waste products in your system.
5. Ask the right questions – If you suspect something is wrong, talk to your doctor.

5.0 Common Ailments and Diseases

1. Kidney failure – partial or complete loss of kidney function
2. Kidney Stone – concretion of minerals and organic matter inside the kidney
3. Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) – inflammation of the renal system characterized by frequent and painful urination

6.0 First Aid Procedures to Common Emergencies and Attacks

 Do not panic
 Give one dose of Ibuprofen to make child comfortable
 Encourage child to drink lots of water and other fluids, like juices (some say cranberry juice is best).
 Call your child doctor (if child is not able to pass urine or having severe pain not responding to medication).
 Follow your doctor’s advice
 Do not give Antibiotics without consulting your doctor and without sending sample for Urine routine and microscop y

7.0 References
https://www.britannica.com/topic-browse/Health-and-Medicine/Diseases-and-Disorders/Renal-System-Diseases
http://www.ahchealthenews.com/2013/06/06/5-tips-to-keep-your-urinary-system-healthy/
http://www.dictionary.com/browse/excretory-system