Nursing Course Overview and Anatomy/Physiology Concepts

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts from the Nursing course content, focusing on anatomy, physiology, and related terms.

Anatomy

The science which deals with the structure of the human body, derived from the Greek word 'anatome' meaning cutting up.

Histology

The study of human bodily structures using a microscope.

Physiology

The study of normal body function and how systems within the body interact and maintain homeostasis.

Homeostasis

The process of maintaining a stable internal environment despite external changes.

Epithelial Tissue

Tissue made up of sheets of cells that cover external surfaces and line internal cavities of organs.

Connective Tissue

Tissue that consists of cells, extracellular matrix, and fibers, providing structural and functional support.

Muscle Tissue

Tissue that has contractile properties, enabling movement of the body.

Nervous Tissue

Tissue that conducts electrical impulses, making communication between different parts of the body possible.

Proximal

A term referring to a position closer to the center of the body or point of attachment.

Distal

A term referring to a position further away from the center of the body or point of attachment.

Flexion

Movement that reduces the angle between two body parts, such as bending the elbow.

Extension

Movement that increases the angle between two body parts, such as straightening the elbow.

Abduction

Movement of a limb away from the midline of the body.

Adduction

Movement of a limb towards the midline of the body.

Condyle

A large prominence that provides structural support to overlying cartilage.

Trochanter

A large prominence on the side of a bone where muscles attach.