The 7 Systems & ANS Flashcards
3 main integumentary layers
epidermis
dermis
subcutaneous
specialized structures (3)
hair follicles
sebaceous glands
sweat glands
functions of integumentary system
provides protection, containment, regulates heat, and provides sensation
synthesizes and stores
vitamin D
predominant collagen fiber direction and affect healing and scarring (e.g., wound care and surgery)
tension lines
contains most of the body fat stores although fat can be stored in many areas including around internal organs
subcutaneous tissue
a connective tissue beneath the subcutaneous tissue
deep fascia
4 types of deep fascia
intermuscular septa
investing fascia
subserous fascia
retinacula
divide muscle groups
intermuscular septa
surrounds individual muscles and neuromuscular bundles
investing fascia
lies between musculoskeletal walls and the serous membranes lining body cavity
subserous fascia
hold tendons in place during joint movement
retinacula
the bones that form the skull, laryngeal skeleton, vertebral column, and thoracic cage
axial skeleton
comprised of the upper and lower extremities, which include the shoulder girdle and pelvis
appendicular skeleton
function of skeletal system
provides support, protection, movement and storage, and synthesizes blood cells
outer covering of bone
periosteum
5 classifications of bones
long
short
flat
irregular
sesamoid
6 classifications of synovial joints
plane
hinge
saddle
condyloid
ball and socket
pivot