human organism Flashcards
. Anatomy is the study of the
structure
study of the body by organ systems.
systemic anatomy
study of the body by areas.
regional
uses superficial structures to locate deeper
structures
Surface Anatomy
noninvasive method for
examining deep structures
anatomical imaging
study of the processes and functions of the body
Physiology
list the 6 level of human body
chemical level, cell level, tissue, organ level, organ system, human organism
list the 6 characteristics of life
Organization, metabolism, responsiveness, growth, development, reproduction
the condition in which body functions, body fluids, and
other factors of the internal environment are maintained within a range
of values suitable to support life
Homeostasis
mechanism that maintain homeostasis.
negative feedback mechanism
mechanisms make deviations from normal even
greater
positive feedback mechanism
what is the meaning of supine in anatomical position
Facing UPWARD
what is the meaning of prone in anatomical position
facing DOWNWARD
Anatomical position should
standing erect, arm hanging to the side, and palm facing forward
Directional terms also refer as?
anatomical position
monitors the value of a variable, such as body temperature, by detecting stimuli
receptor