Chapter 6 - A & P Flashcards
Define anatomy.
The study of human structures.
Define anatomy.
The study of human structures.
Define physiology.
The study of the function of organisms.
Midline
Splits body into two equal halves (nose to groin)
Proximal
Closer to the trunk
Distal
Away from the trunk
Medial
Toward the midline
Lateral
Away from the midline
Superior
Above
Inferior
Below
Dorsal
posterior
Posterior
Back
Anterior
Front
List the five body cavities
- Cranial
- Spinal
- Thoracic
- Abdominal
- Pelvic
Main Organs in the right upper quadrant
Liver, kidney, colon, pancreas, gallbladder
Main organs of the left upper quadrant
Liver, spleen, kidney, stomach, colon, pancreas
Main organs of the right lower quadrant
Kidney, colon, sm intestine, femoral artery, ureter, appendix
Main organ of the left lower quadrant
kidney, colon, sm intestine, femoral artery, ureter
What is a body system?
A group of organs and structures working together to perform specific functions.
Function of the circulatory system?
Transport blood and other nutrients throughout the body.
Function of the respiratory system?
Bring oxygen into the body and eliminates carbon dioxide.
Function of the nervous system?
Regulate all body functions.