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What does the term 'superficial' refer to in anatomical terminology?
What does the term 'superficial' refer to in anatomical terminology?
- Position closest to the surface of the skin (correct)
- Position farther from the core of a structure
- Position closest to the core of the body
- Position in between two layers
Which term describes structures that are paired on both sides of the body?
Which term describes structures that are paired on both sides of the body?
- Contralateral
- Intermediate
- Unilateral
- Bilateral (correct)
What is the meaning of 'ipsilateral' in anatomical terms?
What is the meaning of 'ipsilateral' in anatomical terms?
- Same side of the body (correct)
- Closer to the midline
- Closer to the surface
- Opposite side of the body
Which of the following terms describes structures that do not have laterality?
Which of the following terms describes structures that do not have laterality?
What do the terms 'external' and 'internal' refer to in anatomical structures?
What do the terms 'external' and 'internal' refer to in anatomical structures?
What role do nerves primarily serve in the body according to anatomical organization?
What role do nerves primarily serve in the body according to anatomical organization?
What is meant by 'contralateral' in anatomical terminology?
What is meant by 'contralateral' in anatomical terminology?
How are anatomical systems organized according to their functional properties?
How are anatomical systems organized according to their functional properties?
What does the term 'inferior' refer to in anatomical language?
What does the term 'inferior' refer to in anatomical language?
Which of the following pairs of terms indicates a structure's relative position closer to the midline of the body?
Which of the following pairs of terms indicates a structure's relative position closer to the midline of the body?
When describing the position of the elbow relative to the shoulder, which term is appropriate?
When describing the position of the elbow relative to the shoulder, which term is appropriate?
What term would indicate a structure that is closer to the body's exterior?
What term would indicate a structure that is closer to the body's exterior?
Which term correctly describes the position of the medial side of the left lung in relation to the right lung?
Which term correctly describes the position of the medial side of the left lung in relation to the right lung?
In anatomical terminology, which term would describe a part that is located farther from the trunk?
In anatomical terminology, which term would describe a part that is located farther from the trunk?
Which of the following correctly combines directional terms to describe a structure near the head and away from the midline?
Which of the following correctly combines directional terms to describe a structure near the head and away from the midline?
What anatomical term describes the surface of the foot opposite the sole?
What anatomical term describes the surface of the foot opposite the sole?
What is the role of bursae in the body?
What is the role of bursae in the body?
Which term describes the layer of bursae that is in direct contact with the organ?
Which term describes the layer of bursae that is in direct contact with the organ?
What constitutes pathological fluid buildup in anatomical spaces?
What constitutes pathological fluid buildup in anatomical spaces?
What is a potential space in the context of anatomical cavities?
What is a potential space in the context of anatomical cavities?
How do anatomical spaces affect the drainage of infection?
How do anatomical spaces affect the drainage of infection?
What function does peritoneal dialysis serve in relation to anatomical spaces?
What function does peritoneal dialysis serve in relation to anatomical spaces?
In which area of the body would you typically find synovial bursae?
In which area of the body would you typically find synovial bursae?
Which of the following conditions can result from fluid buildup in the thoracic cavity?
Which of the following conditions can result from fluid buildup in the thoracic cavity?
What is considered the gold standard for study design regarding therapeutic interventions?
What is considered the gold standard for study design regarding therapeutic interventions?
Which element is NOT typically classified as evidence in medical decision-making?
Which element is NOT typically classified as evidence in medical decision-making?
What term describes the systematic process of assessing and interpreting evidence in medicine?
What term describes the systematic process of assessing and interpreting evidence in medicine?
In the hierarchy of evidence, which of the following is ranked lowest?
In the hierarchy of evidence, which of the following is ranked lowest?
What aspect of the physician's decision-making is often prone to bias and error?
What aspect of the physician's decision-making is often prone to bias and error?
Which type of medical evidence is typically considered more reliable than individual observational data?
Which type of medical evidence is typically considered more reliable than individual observational data?
What form of evidence is most likely to have conflicts of interest?
What form of evidence is most likely to have conflicts of interest?
What is the purpose of the hierarchy of evidence in medical decision-making?
What is the purpose of the hierarchy of evidence in medical decision-making?
What defines the process of homeostasis in the human body?
What defines the process of homeostasis in the human body?
Which organ's dysfunction can disrupt the homeostatic processes of other organs?
Which organ's dysfunction can disrupt the homeostatic processes of other organs?
What is one example of a homeostatic process in the human body?
What is one example of a homeostatic process in the human body?
What happens during heat stroke in terms of homeostasis?
What happens during heat stroke in terms of homeostasis?
Which part of the curriculum is most closely associated with homeostasis?
Which part of the curriculum is most closely associated with homeostasis?
Which concept best represents the connectivity between organs in maintaining homeostasis?
Which concept best represents the connectivity between organs in maintaining homeostasis?
How can dysfunction in one organ system lead to the failure of another in maintaining homeostasis?
How can dysfunction in one organ system lead to the failure of another in maintaining homeostasis?
Which instructional method is primarily used in the introduction to physiology?
Which instructional method is primarily used in the introduction to physiology?
What physiological change occurs in a person suffering from heat stroke that can result in respiratory alkalosis?
What physiological change occurs in a person suffering from heat stroke that can result in respiratory alkalosis?
What is a potential consequence of renal dysfunction resulting from heat stroke?
What is a potential consequence of renal dysfunction resulting from heat stroke?
How does excessive heat exposure affect the gastrointestinal tract?
How does excessive heat exposure affect the gastrointestinal tract?
What effect does heat stroke have on the spleen's function?
What effect does heat stroke have on the spleen's function?
What causes a person suffering from heat stroke to become jaundiced?
What causes a person suffering from heat stroke to become jaundiced?
What can result from muscle cell breakdown (rhabdomyolysis) during heat stroke?
What can result from muscle cell breakdown (rhabdomyolysis) during heat stroke?
What is one of the consequences of decreased blood flow to the intestines during heat stress?
What is one of the consequences of decreased blood flow to the intestines during heat stress?
What physiological change may occur in a person with heat stroke that can affect their mental status?
What physiological change may occur in a person with heat stroke that can affect their mental status?
What type of sensory innervation is associated with the visceral PNS?
What type of sensory innervation is associated with the visceral PNS?
Which structure is primarily linked to the sympathetic division of the visceral PNS?
Which structure is primarily linked to the sympathetic division of the visceral PNS?
Which of the following best describes the primary function of the parasympathetic nervous system?
Which of the following best describes the primary function of the parasympathetic nervous system?
What characteristic distinguishes somatic motor innervation from visceral motor innervation?
What characteristic distinguishes somatic motor innervation from visceral motor innervation?
How does pain sensation from organs typically present compared to pain from the skin?
How does pain sensation from organs typically present compared to pain from the skin?
Which division of the peripheral nervous system primarily deals with voluntary control of skeletal muscles?
Which division of the peripheral nervous system primarily deals with voluntary control of skeletal muscles?
Which of the following describes the role of sensory innervation within the autonomic nervous system?
Which of the following describes the role of sensory innervation within the autonomic nervous system?
What is a primary characteristic of referred pain experienced in visceral organs?
What is a primary characteristic of referred pain experienced in visceral organs?
What does the PICO framework stand for in evidence-based decision-making?
What does the PICO framework stand for in evidence-based decision-making?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the evidence-based decision-making process?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the evidence-based decision-making process?
What is the primary purpose of systematic critical appraisal in evidence-based medicine?
What is the primary purpose of systematic critical appraisal in evidence-based medicine?
Which additional step is sometimes included in evidence-based decision-making frameworks?
Which additional step is sometimes included in evidence-based decision-making frameworks?
What is the significance of the Cochrane database in the context of systematic reviews?
What is the significance of the Cochrane database in the context of systematic reviews?
What must be established during the 'Ask' phase of evidence-based decision making?
What must be established during the 'Ask' phase of evidence-based decision making?
What type of evidence is generally regarded as the most reliable according to the hierarchy of evidence?
What type of evidence is generally regarded as the most reliable according to the hierarchy of evidence?
Study Notes
Available Resources for Anatomy Studies
- Grant’s Dissector is provided in the lab and serves as a guide for dissections.
- Other recommended anatomy resources include:
- Netter Atlas of Human Anatomy
- Moore's Clinical Anatomy
- Thieme Atlas of Anatomy
- McMinn & Abraham's Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy
- Acland's Video Atlas of Human Anatomy available through UA Libraries features videos of real human tissue preparations, enhancing understanding of dissections.
Anatomical Terminology
- Directional Terms:
- Superior (cranial): Closer to the head.
- Inferior (caudal): Closer to the feet.
- Medial: Closer to the median plane; Lateral: Further from the median plane.
- Combinations like superomedial and inferolateral provide specificity.
- Limb Positioning:
- Proximal: Closer to limb attachment; Distal: Further from attachment.
- Terms also apply to distance along linear structures, such as arteries.
- Dorsum: Superior aspect of protruding structures like the tongue or nose; Palmar: Palm of the hand; Plantar: Sole of the foot.
- Anatomical Layers:
- Superficial: Closest to the surface; Deep: Closest to the core; Intermediate: Between the two.
Organ Structures and Systems
- Anatomical structures are often bilateral, with left and right members, while unilateral structures exist on one side.
- Terms include:
- Ipsilateral: Same side; Contralateral: Opposite side.
- Midline: Structures lacking laterality.
- The body consists of various anatomical systems organized by structure and function, typically involving distinct cell and tissue types.
- Understanding nerve functions is crucial for identifying patient symptoms such as pain or weakness.
Clinical Correlations
- Anatomical spaces can accumulate pathological fluid, impacting organ functionality.
- Examples: Pneumothorax (air in thoracic cavity) and drainage of pus between rectum and uterus.
- Clinical uses of anatomical spaces include peritoneal dialysis, which removes waste products via diffusion.
- Synovial Bursae: Closed sacs containing serous fluid to reduce friction around tendons and joints.
Evidence-Based Medicine
- Evidence-based decisions in medicine are vital for optimal patient outcomes.
- Hierarchy of Evidence:
- Ranks evidence based on scientific merit; Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) are deemed the gold standard.
- Critical Appraisal: A systematic process for assessing the validity and relevance of medical evidence.
Foundations Overview
- The curriculum for Class of 2028 includes disciplines like Pharmacology, Immunology, Physiology, Genetics, Embryology, and Pathological Basis of Clinical Medicine.
- The block for AY 2024-2025 is focused on foundational medical concepts.
Introduction to Physiology: Homeostasis
- Block Director: James Proffitt, PhD; Session Date: July 29, 2024.
- Instructor: Zoe Cohen, PhD; Department of Physiology.
- Key instructional methods involve lectures and digital media.
Learning Objectives
- Define homeostasis and explore the integration of organ systems in maintaining it.
- Investigate examples of organ dysfunction, emphasizing how one impaired organ can affect others.
- Outline the physiological steps leading to homeostasis loss in heat stroke, including consequences on organ systems.
Heat Stroke Case Study
- Heat stroke can elevate respiratory rates, risking respiratory alkalosis that may lead to metabolic acidosis.
- Renal dysfunction in heat stroke may arise from thermal injury, fluid depletion, or rhabdomyolysis, impairing kidney filtration.
- The spleen's reduced function due to oxygen deprivation can lead to jaundice and increased infection risk.
- Excessive heat compromises GI tract integrity, redistributing blood away from intestines and resulting in potential intestinal hypoxia and dysfunction.
Critical Questions for Discussion
- Predict the blood pressure and vital signs of a heat stroke patient upon EMT arrival.
- Examine potential causes for seizures in heat stroke cases.
- Consider the implications of vital sign changes in the context of organ system interdependence.
Competencies and Curriculum Connections
- Covers normal and altered structure/function of major organ systems.
- Emphasizes pathology in understanding disease processes and diagnostics.
- Integrates basic anatomy and function into practical clinical knowledge.
Neurological Overview
- Peripheral nervous system breaks into somatic and visceral components.
- Somatic nervous system includes voluntary motor control and conscious sensory feedback, while visceral focuses on involuntary autonomic functions.
- The parasympathetic system promotes rest and digest functions, whereas the sympathetic system supports fight or flight responses.
Evidence-Based Decision Making (EBDM)
- EBDM follows a structured process: Ask (PICO), Acquire, Appraise, Apply, and potentially Reassess.
- PICO framework is essential for formulating clinically relevant questions and searching for evidence.
- Encourages lifelong learning through application of knowledge to patient care and ongoing evaluation of clinical outcomes.
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