Physiology Flashcards
1
Q
What is physiology?
A
the study of function
2
Q
Neurophysiology?
A
physiology of the nervous system
3
Q
Endocrinology?
A
physiology of hormones
4
Q
Pathophysiology?
A
mechanisms of disease
5
Q
What is comparative physiology?
A
study of different species to learn about body functions
6
Q
What is cadaver dissection?
A
cutting and separating human body tissue to reveal tissue relationships
7
Q
What is palpation?
A
gently touching body surfaces with hands
8
Q
What is auscultation?
A
listening to body sounds
9
Q
What is percussion?
A
tapping on the body surface with fingertips and listening to echoes
