Chapter #1 Flashcards
What is gross anatomy?
Whole body - can be seen with naked eye
Physiology definition
Function / processes of body parts
The how and why
What is developmental anatomy
Developmental changes ex. Embryonic
What is comparative anatomy
Between species - different / similarities in anatomy
Relationship between anatomy and physiology
They relate because the structure and form of something, which is the study of anatomy impacts/relates to its functions and processes, the study of physiology
Four non invasive diagnostic techniques?
Inspection
Palpitation
Auscultation -stethoscope
Percussion - listening for hollow/solid sections of body
Homeostasis
An organisms ability to maintain a consistent internal environment, despite external conditions
3 structures vital to maintaining homeostasis
Receptor, control centre, effector
What are the six increasing levels of complexity in humans?
Chemical
Cellular
Tissue
Organ
Organ system
Organismal
Increasing level of complexity of humans - what is the chemical level comprised of?
Atoms (ex. Hydrogen)
Molecules ( water, sugar)
Macromolecules ( large molecules like DNA) which form
Organelles - microscopic cell subunits ex. Golgi apparatus
Increasing level of complexity of humans - what is the chemical level comprised of?
Atoms (ex. Hydrogen)
Molecules ( water, sugar)
Macromolecules ( large molecules like DNA) which form
Organelles - microscopic cell subunits ex. Golgi apparatus
Increasing level of complexity of humans - what is the cellular level comprised of?
Cells
Which of these represent the smallest living unit - basic structure and function of organisms?
A) atom
B) bacteria
C) molecule
D) cells
D) cells
Increasing level of complexity of humans - what is the tissue level comprised of?
Tissue
What is tissue?
Groups of similar cells which perform similar functions
What are the four tissue types and what is their role?
Epithelial - covers exposed surfaces and lines body cavities
Connective tissue - protects, supports, binds structures and organs
Muscle tissue - produces movement
Nervous - conducts nerve impulses 4 communication
Increasing level of complexity of humans - what is the organ level comprised of?
Consists of organs
Definition of organ?
Two or more types of tissue working together to complete specific tasks. Ex small intestines has four types of tissue working together for digestion
Increasing level of complexity of humans - what is the organ system level comprised of?
Multiple related organs
Increasing level of complexity of humans - what is the organ system level comprised of?
Multiple related organs
Increasing level of complexity of humans - what comprises the organismal level?
The whole person - all body systems function interdependently
What does cephalic mean?
Head
Meaning of cranial
Brain
Definition of cervical
Neck
