Basics of Functional Anatomy Flashcards
what is the purpose of the skeletal system
protection for vital organs
attachment for muscles
produces blood cells
stores calcium and phosphorus
what is the purpose of the muscular system
produces movement: (through changes in shape and length of muscle)
maintains posture
production of heat
what is included in the nervous system
brain, spinal cord, and nerves
what is the function of the nervous system
regulate body activities
oversees the coordination of all systems
what is the circulatory system composed of
blood vessels and the heart
what is the function of the circulatory system
distributes oxygen and nutrients via the cardiovascular (CV) system
carry CO2 and wastes from cells
what is the integumentary system composed of
hair, skin, nails
what is the function of the integumentary system
acts to absorb nutrients, regulate internal temperature and eliminates waste
function of the respiratory system
oxygen passes from the lungs into blood and carbon dioxide leaves blood and enters air
function of the digestive system
break down and absorb food for use by cells and eliminates solid and waste
function of the urinary system
remove waste from blood and assist in maintaining the body’s water and electrolyte balance
function of the endocrine system
regulates body activities through hormone production and transportation
function of the reproductive system
produces, transports, and stores reproductive cells
function of the lymphatic system
protects against disease
superior
towards the head
anterior
away from head
