Science Informing Practice Flashcards by Leah Richards | Brainscape

Q

Define anatomy?

A

Structure of the body

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Define physiology

A

Mechanisms of body functions

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What is homeostasis?

A

The automatic, self regulating process to maintain the “normal”

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What are the planes of the body? (3)

A

Frontal
Sagittal
Transverse

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Define anterior

A

Front

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Define posterior

A

Back

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Define superior

A

Towards the head

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Define inferior

A

Towards the feet

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Meaning of proximal

A

Close to

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Meaning of distal

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Further away

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Meaning of medial

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Closer to midline

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Meaning of lateral

A

Further from midline

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Which cavity protects the brain and spine?

A

Dorsal body cavity

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What is the dorsal cavity split into?

A

Cranial cavity
Spinal cavity

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What is the ventral cavity split into?

A

Thoracic cavity
Abdominal cavity
Pelvic cavity

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What are the 3 serous membranes?

A

Pleura
Pericardium
Peritoneum