1.1b physiology: details of function Flashcards
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role of physiologists
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examines the functions of body structures, focusing on the molecular and cellular level
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what are the 5 physiology subdisciplines?
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cardiovascular physiology, neurophysiology, respiratory physiology, reproductive physiology, pathophysiology
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cardiovascular physiology
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examines functioning of the heart, blood vessels, and blood
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neurophysiology
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studies functioning of nerves and nervous system organs
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respiratory physiology
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explores functioning of respiratory organs
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reproductive physiology
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investigates functioning of reproductive hormones and the reproductive cycle
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pathophysiology
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focuses on the function of a body system during disease or injury to the system
