Final Exam Flashcards
A vertical plane that is parallel to the midline and divides the body into unequal left and right parts
Sagittal plane
The study of body functions of a living organism in an abnormal state
Pathophysiology
An imaginary line drawn through the center of the body
Midline
An imaginary line drawn through the midpoint of the clavicle that is parallel to the midline
Midclavicular line
The plane parallel to the anterior surface of the body
Coronal plane or frontal plane
If a baby is vomiting, has diarrhea and the Fontanel is sunken in. What causes that
Dehydration
The attachment point of the upper extremity to the body, consisting of the scapula and clavicle
Shoulder girdle
The portion of the brain that plays an important role in hearing and memory
Temporal lobe
The joint between the temporal bone and the posterior condyle that allows for movement of the mandible
Temporomandibular joint
A depression in the middle of the sphenoid bone where the pituitary gland is located!!
Sella turcica
What articulates with the glenoid fossa
The shoulder joint (ball-and-socket joint) in which the head of the humerus articulates
An abnormal bending of the spine to the side
Scoliosis
An exaggerated lumbar curve or hollow back
Lordosis
The bony anterior part of the palate, which forms the roof of the mouth
Hard plate
The bones that form the hand
Metacarpals
Bones that form the foot
Metatarsals
A resting muscle breaks down fatty acids to make? It is used to build up energy reserves, which are later used during muscular exertion
ATP
A test used to evaluate the integrity of the Achilles’ tendon for possible rupture
Thompson’s test
Accumulation of blood or fluid in an anatomic compartment, typically following trauma, resulting in compression of blood vessels and tissue damage secondary to ischemia and, if not recognized and treated, death of muscle and loss of limb
Compartment syndrome
Membranes of connective tissue that cover the lungs and line the inner borders of the rib cage
Pleura
The pleural membrane that covers the lungs
Visceral pleura
Lymph is formed in
From interstitial fluid or extracellular fluid
A passive circulatory system that transports a plasma-like liquid called lymph.
Lymphatic system
A triangular shaped gland located below the sternum in the superior mediastinum that produces lymphocytes
Thymus
A device used in pulmonary function testing that measures air entering and leaving the lungs over a specific period of time
Spirometer
A division of the nervous system that operates without conscious control and regulates the function of the internal organs, glands, and smooth muscle
Autonomic nervous system
What makes cerebral spinal fluid
Ventricles
Where is a subarachnoid bleed located
Between the arachnoid and the pia mater
From the peripheral nerves to the brain it’s
Ascending
What nerve enters the thorax and innervates the diaphragm
Phrenic nerve
What organ acts as a reservoir for bile
Gallbladder
A gallbladder attack or the presence of gallstones
Cholelithiasis
What controls the pituitary glands
Hypothalamus
A protective layer of fibrous connective tissue surrounding each kidney
Renal capsule
A lack of ADH results in
Production of a large volume of very diluted urine
A system of glands located throughout the body that secrete hormones that regulate many body functions, including growth, reproduction, temperature, metabolism, and blood pressure
Endocrine system
Genetic material is carried on chromosomes in the
Nucleus of each cell
Chromosomes are indiscrete, contained within bundles of
DNA and protein called chromatin
The three female hormones
Estrogen, progesterone, and HCG
During vaginal rejuvenation the ____________ get repaired
Hymen
Where does milk production take place
Mammary glands in the breasts
Potential life-threatening low blood calcium levels resulting from loss of parathyroid function
Hypocalcemia
Exocrine glands secrete substances through
Ducts, like tears
A layer of tissue immediately below the dermis. Also called subcutaneous tissue
Hypodermis
Another word for earwax
Cerumen
Muscle attached at the base of the hair that pulls the hair perpendicular to the surface of the skin in cold or threatening situations
Erector muscle
Hair aids in
Thermal regulation and sensation
Each nail contains
A root, a body, and a free edge
Eye is globe-shaped, and located within a bony socket in the skull called the
Orbit
Within the retina are numerous nerve endings, which respond to light by transmitting nerve impulses through the optic nerve that passes through the
Optic foramen into the brain
An opacification that develops in the lens of the eye, occasionally causing blindness
Cataract
A structure located in the cochlea that contains hairs that are stimulated by vibrations to form nerve impulses that travel to the brain and are perceived as sound
Organ of corti
Fluid in the membranous labyrinth of the ear
Endolymph
