The Body Flashcards
What is histology?
Microscopic anatomy
Why do we need to learn anatomy?
Interpret clinical observation correctly
Superficial region of the body refers to the part….
External to the outer layer of deep fascia
Which are the structures in the superficial layer of the body?
Skin
Superficial fascia
Mammary glands
What are deep wounds?
Wounds that penetrate the deep fascia
Define flexion in terms of surfaces
Two flexor surfaces come close together
During circumduction, which part moves in a circle?
Distal part of the limb
Medial rotation, dorsiflexion, inversion, and supination are wrt to which surfaces?
Medial rotation: Anterior surface of distal bone
Dorsiflexion: Dorsum of foot moved upward from ankle joint
Inversion: Sole of foot
Supination: Palm of hand (Movement of forearm)