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Ch 6 Anatomy And Physiology Flashcards

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Acetabulum

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The pelvic socket into which the ball at the proximal end of the femur fits to form the hip joint.

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Acromioclavicular Jiont

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The joint where the acrimony and the clavicle meets.

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Alveoli

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The microscopic sacs of the lungs where gas exchange with the bloodstream takes place.

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Anatomy

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The study of body structure.

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Aorta

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The largest artery in the body. It transports blood from the left ventricle to begin systemic circulation.

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Appendix

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A small tube located near the junction of the small and large intestines in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen, the function of which is not well understood.

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Arteriole

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The smallest kind of artery.

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Artery

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Any blood vessel carrying blood away from the heart.

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Atria

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The two upper chambers of the heart, which receives unoxygenated blood returning from the lungs.

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Automaticity

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The ability of the heart to generate and conduct electrical impulses on its own.

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Autonomic

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The division of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary motor functions.

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Bladder

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The round sac-like organ of the renal system used as a reservoir for urine.

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Blood Pressure

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The pressure caused by blood exerting force against the walls of blood vessels. Usually arterial blood pressure is measure.

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Brachial Artery

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Artery of the upper arm; the site of the pulse checked during infant CPR.

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Bronchi

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The two large sets of branches that come off the trachea and enter the lungs.

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Calcaneus

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The heel bone.

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Capillary

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A thin-walled, microscopic blood vessel where the oxygen/carbon dioxide and nutrient/waste exchange with the body’s cells take place.

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Cardiac Conduction System

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A system of specialized muscle tissue that conducts electrical impulses that stimulate the heart to beat.

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Cardiac Muscle

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Specialized involuntary muscle found only in the heart.

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Cardiovascular System

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The system made up of the heart and blood vessels. Sometimes called the circulatory system.

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Carotid

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The large neck arteries, one on each side of the neck, that carry blood from the heart to the head.

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Carpals

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The wrist bones

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Central Nervous System

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The brain and spinal cord.

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Central Pulses

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The carotid and femoral pulses, which can be felt in the central part of the body.

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Clavicle

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The collarbone

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Coronary

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Blood vessels that supply the muscle of the heart (myocardium).

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Cranium

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The top, back , and sides of the skull.

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Cricoid Cartilage

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The ring-shaped structure that forms the lower portion of the larynx.

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Dermis

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The inner (second) layer of skin, rich in blood vessels and nerves, found beneath the epidermis.

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Diaphragm

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The muscular structure that divides the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity. A major muscle of respiration.

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Diastolic Blood Pressure

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The pressure in the arteries when the left ventricle is refilling.

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Digestive System

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System by which food travels through the body and is digested, or broken down into absorbable forms.

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Dorsalis Pedis Artery

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Artery supplying the foot, lateral to the large tendon of the big toe.

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Endocrine System

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System of glands that produce chemicals called hormones that help to regulate many body actives and functions.

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Epidermis

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The outer layer of skin.

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Epiglottis

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A leaf-shaped structure that prevents food and foreign matter from entering the trachea.

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Epinephrine

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A hormone produced by the body. As a medication, it dilates respiratory passages and is used to relieve severe allergic reactions.

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Exhalation

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A passive process in which the intercostal (rib) muscles and the diaphragm relax, causing the chest cavity to decrease in size and air to flow of the lungs.

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Femoral

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The major artery supplying the leg.

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Femur

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The large bone of the thigh.

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Fibula

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The lateral and smaller bone of the lower leg.

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Gallbladder

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A sac on the upper side of the liver that stores bile produced by the liver.

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Humerous

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The bone of the upper arm, between the shoulder and the elbow.

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Hyperfusion

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Inability of the body to adequately circulate blood to the body’s cell to supply them with oxygen and nutrients. A life-threatening condition.

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Ilium

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The superior and wider portion of the pelvis.

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Inhalation

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An active process in which the intercostal muscles and the diaphragm contract, expanding the size of the chest cavity and causing air to flow into the lungs.

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Insulin

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A hormone produced by the pancreas or taken as a medication by many diabetics.

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Involuntary Muscle

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Muscle responds automatically to brain signals but cannot be consciously controlled.

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Ishium

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The lower, posterior portion of the pelvis.

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Joint

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The point where two bones come together.

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Kidneys

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Organs of the renal system used to filter blood and regulate fluid levels in the body.

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Large Intestine

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The muscular tube that removes water from waste products received from the small intestine and moves anything not absorbed by the body towards excretion of the body.

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Larynx

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The voice box.

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Ligaments

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Tissue that connects bone to bone.

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Liver

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The largest organ of the body, which produces bile to a system breakdown of fats and assist in the metabolism of various substances in the body.

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Lungs

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The organs were exchange of atmospheric oxygen and waste carbon dioxide take place.

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Lymphatic

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The system composed of organs, tissues, and vessels that helps to maintain the fluid balance of the body and contributes to the body’s immune system.

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Malleolus

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Protrusion on the side of the ankle.

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Mandible

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The lower jaw-bone.

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Manubrium

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The superior portion of the sternum.

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Maxillae

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The two fused bones forming the upper jaw.

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Metacarpals

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The hand bones

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Metatarsals

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The foot bones.

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Muscles

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Tissue that can contract to allow movement of a body part.

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Musculoskeletal System

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The system of bones and skeletal muscle that support and protect the body and permit movement.

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Nasal Bones

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The nose bones.

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Nasopharynx

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The area directly posterior the the nose.

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Nervous System

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The system of brain, spinal cord, and nerves that govern sensation, movement, and thought.

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Orbits

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The bony structures around the eyes; eye sockets.

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Oropharynx

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The area directly posterior to the mouth.

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Ovaries

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Egg-producing organs within the female reproductive system.

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Pancreas

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A gland located behind the stomach that produces insulin and juices that assist in digestion of food in the duodenum of the small intestine.

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Patella

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Kneecap

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Pelvis

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The basin-shaped bony structure that supports the spine and is the point proximal attachment for the lower extremities.

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Penis

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Male sex organ. Transfers sperm

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Perfusion

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The supply of oxygen to and rom all of wastes from the cells and tissues of the body as a result of the flow of blood through the arteries.

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