Module 2 - Introduction To Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology Flashcards
Anatomy
The study of the structure of the body and its parts
Physiology
The study of the function of the whole body or its systems or organs
Pathology
The study of disease
Pathophysiology
The study of functional changes associated with disease and injury
Etiology
The study of the origins and causes of diseases
Manifestation
Obvious evidence or display of characteristic signs and symptoms of an illness or disorder; specific evidence that a disease is present
Disease
Harmful structural or functional change to the whole body or part(s) of it
Syndrome
Set of signs and symptoms occurring together as part of a specific disease
Diagnosis
The act of identifying a disease or injury
Symptom
Changes perceived by the patient; for example, pain or diarrhea
Sign
Changes observed by a person examining a patient; for example, swelling or fever
Screening
Testing for asymptomatic or potential diseases or injuries
Pharmacology
The study of sources, properties, and uses of drugs
Drug
A substance used to diagnose, treat, or prevent disease or injury
