Chapter 1 Flashcards

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Physiology

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The study of function

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Anatomy

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The study of structure

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Pathology

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The study of disease

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Opposite of medial

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Lateral

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Opposite of superior

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Inferior

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Opposite of Posterior

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Anterior

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7
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Opposite of proximal

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Distal

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Opposite of deep

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Superficial

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9
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Explain the anatomical position

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Standing erect, feet slightly apart, arms at the sides, and palms facing forward

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10
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List the body’s structural levels from most complex to simplest

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Organism, organ system, organ, tissue, cell

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11
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Negative feed back loop

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Disturbance
Sensor
Control center
Effector

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