Chpt 2 Flashcards
Structure of Human Body
*Cells
*Tissues
*Organs
*Systems
Cell
Basic unit of all living things
Cell structure
*Cell membrane
*Cytoplasm
*Nucleus
*Chromosomes
Body Cavities
*Cranial cavity
*Spinal cavity
*Thoracic or chest cavity
*Abdominal cavity
*Pelvic cavity
Membranes
*Mucous membrane- involved in absorption & secretion
*Serous membrane - support organs & compartmentalize
*Synovial membranes - lubricates end of bones
*Meninges - protective covering of brain & spinal cord
*Cutaneous membrane - skin
Integumentary System
*Skin
*Hair
*Nails
Integumentary System function
*protect from injury, fluid loss and microorganisms
*Temp regulation
*Fluid balance
*sensation
Layers of Epidermis
*Stratum Corneum- horny layer (outermost)
*Stratum Lucidum - clear layer (palm & soles)
*Stratum Granulosum - granular layer
*Stratum Spinosum - composed of prickle cells that are interwoven for protection
*Stratum Basale - deepest layer
Layers of Dermis
*Stratum Papillare- superficial layer interlocked with epidermis
*Stratum Reticulare - thick layer of dense, irregular connective tissue
Parts of Hair
*Follicle
*Shaft
Parts of Nail
*Root
*Nail Bed
*Nail Plate
*Cuticle (eponychium)
*Perionychium
*Hyponychium
Types of Bones
*Long (Tubular)
*Short (Cuboidal)
*Flat
*Sesamoid
*Irregular
Types of Joints
*Fibrous
*Cartilaginous
*Synovial
Axial Skeleton
*Skull
*Hyoid
*Ribs
*Sternum
*Vertebra
*Sacrum
Appendicular Skeleton
*Shoulder girdle
*Pelvic girdle
*Extremities
Common Fractures
*Closed
*Compound
*Transverse
*Greenstick
*Spiral
*Colles
*Compression
*Epipyphseal
Muscles
Provide contractility
Provide form and heat for the body
Types of Muscle
*Skeletal
*Cardiac
*Smooth