Introduction Flashcards
(27 cards)
Physiology
The study of function
Anatomy
The study of structure ( shape and size)
Integumentary
It provides the covering for the body maintain body temperature skin
The skeleton system
Provide support production in bones and joints and cartilage
The muscular system
Enables the body to move attached to the bone and responsible for movements
The nervous system
Is concerned with sensation interpretation, and integration
Endocrine system
Secured hormones that help the body control activities, such as growth and reproduction
Lymphatic system
Is concerned with defence against pathogens and substance
Digestive system
Ken breaks down absorbs food it’s then excretes waste
The respiratory system takes in oxygen and ex used carbon
Immune system
It’s a defence system protects the body from pageants allergies, and some cancer cells. Wile lead treated throughout the body.
Organs of the immune system
vessels, the spleen, the bone marrow
Anatomical position
The body is standing erect, is by the side with palms facing forward
Interior
Towards the front surface
Posterior
Towards the back surface
Proximal
Closest to the point of attachment
Distal
Fart away from the point of attachment
Superficial
Is located on or near the surface of the body
Deep
Away from the surface
Peripheral away from the centre
Away from the centre
Peripheral
Away from the centre
Sagittal plane
Divides the body lengthwise into right and left portion
Frontal plane
Divide the body into interior and posterior portions
Transverse plane
Divides the body horizontally into upper and lower portion
