Anatomy pt2 Flashcards
dorsalis pedis artery
Artery on the anterior surface of the foot between the 1st and 2nd metatarsals
dorsal respiratory group
portion of the medulla oblongata where primary respiratory pacemaker is found
endocrine system
complex message and control system that integrates many body functions, including release of hormones
enzymes
Substances catalysts designed to speed up rate of specific biochemical reactions
epidermis
outer layer of skin, made up of cells that are sealed together to form watertight protective covering for body
epiglotis
thin leaf shaped valve that allows air to pass into trachea but prevents food and liquid from entering
epinephrine
A hormone produced by by the adrenal medulla that has vital role in function of the sympathetic nervous system
esophagus
collapsible tube that extends from pharynx to stomach. contractions propel food n liquids through to stomach
expiratory reserve volume
amount of air that can be exhaled following normal exhalation; average 1,200 mL
extend
straighten joint
fallopian tubes
long, slender tubes that extend from uterus to region of ovary on same side. Ovum passes through ovary to uterus through here.
femoral artery
principal artery of the thigh, continuation of iliac artery. Supplies blood to lower ab wall, external genitalia n legs. Palpate in groin area.
femoral head
proximal end of femur, articulating with acetabulum to form hip joint
femur
thighbone
flex/flextion
bend/bending of joint
foramen magnum
large opening at base of skull through which brain connects to spinal cord.
gallbladder
Sac on undersurface of liver that collects bile from liver n discharges it into the duodenum though bile duct
gental system
reproductive system