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What is the primary function of the circulatory system?
What is the primary function of the circulatory system?
- To support the immune response
- To transport oxygen and nutrients throughout the body (correct)
- To drain excess fluid from the body
- To facilitate gas exchange in the lungs
Which of the following does NOT form part of the lymphatic system?
Which of the following does NOT form part of the lymphatic system?
- Lymph nodes
- Arteries (correct)
- Lymph ducts
- Lymph vessels
In what position is the body if the palms are facing forward?
In what position is the body if the palms are facing forward?
- Supine position
- Prone position
- Standing position (correct)
- Lateral recumbent position
What role does the lymphatic system play related to disease?
What role does the lymphatic system play related to disease?
Which statement describes the right lateral recumbent position?
Which statement describes the right lateral recumbent position?
What is the main function of the respiratory system?
What is the main function of the respiratory system?
Which of the following is NOT part of the integumentary system?
Which of the following is NOT part of the integumentary system?
Which organs are part of the urinary (excretory) system?
Which organs are part of the urinary (excretory) system?
What is a primary responsibility of the integumentary system?
What is a primary responsibility of the integumentary system?
How does the urinary system contribute to blood pressure regulation?
How does the urinary system contribute to blood pressure regulation?
What is the definition of anatomy?
What is the definition of anatomy?
Which plane divides the body into equal right and left sides?
Which plane divides the body into equal right and left sides?
What does the frontal or coronal plane do?
What does the frontal or coronal plane do?
Which section is referred to as a cross section?
Which section is referred to as a cross section?
What is the role of physiology?
What is the role of physiology?
Which section is taken at a diagonal angle?
Which section is taken at a diagonal angle?
What does the upper limb consist of?
What does the upper limb consist of?
What is the median plane also known as?
What is the median plane also known as?
Which term describes a body part that is farther from the trunk?
Which term describes a body part that is farther from the trunk?
What anatomical term refers to the front of the body?
What anatomical term refers to the front of the body?
Which of the following is considered superficial in relation to the lungs?
Which of the following is considered superficial in relation to the lungs?
What is the anatomical term for the wrist?
What is the anatomical term for the wrist?
Which term describes a body part located towards the surface of the body?
Which term describes a body part located towards the surface of the body?
What anatomical term refers to the back of the body?
What anatomical term refers to the back of the body?
Which term refers to the area of the upper arm?
Which term refers to the area of the upper arm?
Which of the following terms indicates proximity to the head?
Which of the following terms indicates proximity to the head?
What is the anatomical term for the knee?
What is the anatomical term for the knee?
Which of the following is distal to the wrist?
Which of the following is distal to the wrist?
Which system is responsible for breaking down foods into nutrients?
Which system is responsible for breaking down foods into nutrients?
What is the primary function of the skeletal system?
What is the primary function of the skeletal system?
Which organs are included in the musculoskeletal system?
Which organs are included in the musculoskeletal system?
What components make up the central nervous system?
What components make up the central nervous system?
What is the role of the immune system?
What is the role of the immune system?
How many bones are in the axial skeleton?
How many bones are in the axial skeleton?
What is one component of the peripheral nervous system?
What is one component of the peripheral nervous system?
Which of the following is NOT part of the endocrine system?
Which of the following is NOT part of the endocrine system?
Study Notes
Anatomy and Physiology Overview
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Anatomy: Study of body structures and their relationships.
- Derived from "Ana" (up) + "Tomy" (process of cutting).
- Sections include:
- Transverse Section: Crosswise cut.
- Oblique Section: Diagonal cut.
- Longitudinal Section: Lengthwise cut.
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Physiology: Science of body functions and how body parts work.
Anatomical Planes and Sections
- Sagittal Plane: Divides body into right & left portions.
- Median Plane: Equal right and left sides.
- Parasagittal Plane: Unequal right & left sides.
- Frontal (Coronal) Plane: Divides body into anterior (front) and posterior (back).
- Attachment terms:
- Proximal: Closer to trunk or point of attachment.
- Distal: Farther from trunk or point of attachment.
- Superficial/External: On the surface of the body.
- Deep/Internal: Away from the surface of the body.
Regional Names in Anatomy
- Head: Encloses and protects the face.
- Neck: Supports the head, connects to the trunk.
- Trunk: Comprises chest, abdomen, and pelvis.
- Upper Limb: Armpit to hand.
- Lower Limb: Buttocks to foot.
Anatomical Positions
- Standard Position: Erect, facing forward, arms at sides, palms forward.
- Prone: Lying on the tummy.
- Supine: Lying on the back.
- Lateral Recumbent: Lying on side (right or left).
- Fowler’s Position: Sitting upright or slightly back.
Organ Systems Overview
- Circulatory System: Transports oxygen, nutrients, and waste. Key components include heart and blood vessels.
- Lymphatic System: Drains excess fluids and helps fight disease. Comprises lymph vessels and nodes.
- Respiratory System: Facilitates breathing and gas exchange. Includes lungs and trachea.
- Integumentary System: Largest organ system, protects body and regulates temperature. Includes skin, hair, and nails.
- Endocrine System: Regulates metabolism and hormones. Involves glands like the thyroid and adrenal.
- Digestive System: Breaks down food for energy. Key organs include stomach and intestines.
- Nervous System: Body's command station for communication. Divided into central (brain and spinal cord) and peripheral (nerves).
- Immune System: Protects against infections. Key components include lymph nodes and spleen.
- Musculoskeletal System: Provides structure and movement. Consists of bones and muscles.
- Skeletal System: Structures the body with 206 bones, supporting movement and blood production.
- Urinary (Excretory) System: Filters blood and removes waste, includes kidneys and bladder.
Anatomical Terms
- Anterior/Front: Pertaining to the front side of the body.
- Posterior/Back: Pertaining to the back side of the body.
- Vital regions named include:
- Cranial (skull),
- Cervical (neck),
- Thoracic (chest), and
- Abdominal (abdomen).
Anatomical Position Characteristics
- Erect posture, eyes forward, arms at side.
- Upper limbs slightly away from trunk; thumbs pointed outward.
- Feet flat and parallel, facing forward.
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Test your knowledge on the basics of anatomy and physiology, focusing on body structures and spatial relationships. This quiz covers topics such as different types of sections including transverse and cross sections.
