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What does the term 'medial' indicate in anatomical positioning?
What does the term 'medial' indicate in anatomical positioning?
'Medial' indicates a structure that is nearer to the median plane of the body compared to another structure.
How would you describe the position of the wrist in relation to the elbow?
How would you describe the position of the wrist in relation to the elbow?
The wrist is distal to the elbow because it is farther from the attachment of the limb.
Differentiate between the terms 'superficial' and 'deep' in anatomical terms.
Differentiate between the terms 'superficial' and 'deep' in anatomical terms.
'Superficial' refers to structures closer to the surface of the body, while 'deep' refers to structures that are farther away from the body surface.
In which position is the body when it is lying face down, and what is this position called?
In which position is the body when it is lying face down, and what is this position called?
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What does 'contralateral' refer to in anatomical terms?
What does 'contralateral' refer to in anatomical terms?
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What role do collagen and elastic fibers play in the skin's structure?
What role do collagen and elastic fibers play in the skin's structure?
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What are tension lines, and how do they vary in different parts of the body?
What are tension lines, and how do they vary in different parts of the body?
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How does aging affect the elastic fibers in the dermis?
How does aging affect the elastic fibers in the dermis?
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What are the appendages of the skin, and what functions do they serve?
What are the appendages of the skin, and what functions do they serve?
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Where are hair follicles located in relation to the dermis and superficial fascia?
Where are hair follicles located in relation to the dermis and superficial fascia?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Human Anatomy
- Human anatomy is the study of the structure of the human body.
- The human body is divided into regions: head, neck, trunk, and limbs.
- The trunk is further subdivided into the chest (thorax) and the abdomen, and the abdomen is further subdivided into the abdomen proper and the pelvis.
- Systemic anatomy studies the organ systems, which work together for complex functions. These systems include the skin, muscular, skeletal, nervous, cardiac, respiratory, and digestive systems.
Anatomical Terminology
- The anatomical position is the standard reference position for describing structures.
- In this position, the person stands erect and faces forward, looking forward.
- The upper limbs are at the sides, with palms forward.
- The lower limbs are together, with soles on the ground and toes forward.
Anatomical Planes
- Median plane (midsagittal plane): A vertical plane dividing the body into equal right and left halves.
- Sagittal plane (paramedian plane): Any vertical plane parallel to the median plane, dividing the body into unequal right and left portions.
- Coronal (frontal) plane: A vertical plane at a right angle to the median plane, dividing the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) portions.
- Horizontal (transverse) plane: A plane at a right angle to both the median and coronal planes, dividing the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) parts.
Terms of Position
- Median: Refers to any structure lying in the median plane.
- Medial: Refers to a structure nearer to the median plane than another.
- Lateral: Refers to a structure farther from the median plane than another.
- Anterior (ventral): Describes structures nearer to the front of the body.
- Posterior (dorsal): Describes structures nearer to the back of the body.
- Proximal: Refers to a structure nearer to the attachment of a limb.
- Distal: Refers to a structure farther from the attachment of a limb.
- Superior: Refers to a structure nearer to the vertex of the skull.
- Inferior: Refers to a structure nearer to the sole of the foot.
- Superficial: Refers to a structure closer to the surface of the body.
- Deep: Refers to a structure farther from the surface of the body.
Terms Related to Movement
- Flexion: Bending or decreasing the angle between bones.
- Extension: Straightening or increasing the angle between bones.
- Lateral flexion: Lateral bending movement of the trunk.
- Dorsiflexion: Lifting the top of the foot superiorly.
- Plantar flexion: Moving the sole of the foot inferiorly.
- Abduction: Movement away from the midline of the body.
- Adduction: Movement toward the midline of the body.
- Pronation: Medial rotation of the forearm.
- Supination: Lateral rotation of the forearm.
- Circumduction: A circular movement.
- Medial (internal) Rotation: Movement bringing the anterior surface closer to the midline.
- Lateral (external) Rotation: Movement taking the anterior surface away from the midline.
The Skin
- The skin is the largest organ in the body.
- It protects the body from environmental effects (e.g., UV radiation).
- It contains the body's structures.
- It regulates body temperature.
- It provides sensation.
- It synthesizes and stores vitamin D.
- It has two main parts: the epidermis and the dermis.
- The epidermis is a protective outer layer, avascular (no blood vessels).
- The dermis is composed of dense connective tissue, containing blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, collagen and elastic fibers, and nerves.
- The dermis provides skin tone and strength.
- Appendages include nails, hair follicles, sebaceous, and sweat glands.
Fascia
- Fascia is connective tissue that encloses the body.
- Two types: superficial and deep fascia.
- Superficial fascia (subcutaneous tissue): A mixture of loose areolar and adipose tissue, connecting the dermis to the deep fascia.
- Deep fascia: A dense, inelastic membranous layer, sheathing and dividing muscles into functional groups (ex. intermuscular septa).
- It is attached to the deep surface of superficial fascia.
Bone
- Bone is a living tissue.
- Provides support, protection, and leverage.
- Stores minerals.
- Produces blood cells.
- Covered by periosteum (a dense fibrous connective tissue)
Bone Classification
- Axial skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, ribs, and sternum.
- Appendicular skeleton includes the bones of the upper and lower limbs, and the pectoral and pelvic girdles.
Types of Bones
- The table will classify bones by shape (long, short, flat, irregular).
- The description of the location and function of each bone type.
- The description of characteristics (internal structures and coverings), as well as the location.
Joints
- Joints are the unions between bones.
- Classified into fibrous, cartilaginous, and synovial types.
- Fibrous joints (synarthroses): Connected by fibrous connective tissue (e.g., sutures of the skull).
- Cartilaginous joints (amphiarthroses): Bones joined by cartilage (e.g., intervertebral discs).
- Synovial joints (diarthroses): The most common type (e.g., ball-and-socket, hinge, saddle joints with characteristics).
Muscles
- Muscles are specialized contractile tissues.
- They move body parts, or change shape of internal organs.
- Three types: skeletal (voluntary), smooth (involuntary), and cardiac (involuntary).
- Skeletal muscles are striated, voluntary, and responsible for gross movements. Have tendons and aponeuroses as attachments.
Cardiovascular System
- The heart pumps blood.
- Blood vessels (arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins) carry blood.
- Blood is a fluid connective tissue carrying nutrients, oxygen, and waste.
- The heart has four chambers (2 atria, 2 ventricles).
Respiratory System
- The system facilitates gas exchange (oxygen in, carbon dioxide out).
- Includes conducting airways (nose and pharynx to bronchioles), and respiratory (alveoli) regions.
- Lungs are organs of breathing located within thorax.
Digestive System
- The system breaks down food, absorbs nutrients, and eliminates waste.
- Includes the alimentary tract (mouth to anus) and associated glands (salivary, liver, gallbladder, pancreas).
Lymphatic System
- Returns fluids to the bloodstream, and contributes to immunity.
- Includes lymph, lymphatic capillaries, lymphatic vessels, and lymphatic tissue/organs.
Nervous System
- The nervous system receives, integrates, and transmits information throughout the body.
- Consists of two major parts: central nervous system (CNS) and peripheral nervous system (PNS).
- The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord.
- The PNS consists of cranial nerves, spinal nerves, ganglia and sensory receptors.
Male and Female Reproductive Systems
- These systems enable reproduction.
- Detailed descriptions of male and female reproductive organs and structures.
- Note:* This is a general summary and further details will be needed about the specific sections that require higher detail.
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This quiz covers the fundamental aspects of human anatomy, including the structure and organization of the body. You will learn about different regions, anatomical terminology, and the planes used to describe body position and movement. Perfect for students starting their journey in the study of human biology.
