Anatomy and Physiology

A collection of flashcards covering key concepts from the Anatomy and Physiology lecture notes.

What is the study of the structures of the body called?

Anatomy

What is the study of the function of the structures of the body called?

Physiology

What is the key function of the biceps brachii muscle?

Flexion of the elbow joint and shoulder joint.

What type of anatomy studies structures that can be seen with the naked eye?

Gross Anatomy

What type of anatomy studies structures that can only be seen with magnification?

Microscopic Anatomy

What is systemic anatomy?

The study of organ systems.

What is surface anatomy?

The study of how superficial anatomical markings relate to deeper structures.

What is developmental anatomy?

The study of changes in anatomy from conception to physical maturity.

What is comparative anatomy?

The study of the anatomy of different animals.

What are the four primary tissue types?

Connective, epithelial, muscle, and nervous tissues.

What is the anatomical position?

Standing with legs together and hands at the sides with palms facing forward.

What is the difference between superior and inferior anatomical directions?

Superior refers to above, towards the head, while inferior refers to below, towards the feet.

What does the term 'proximal' refer to in anatomical directions?

Towards the attachment of a limb.

What is the function of the diaphragm?

It separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominopelvic cavity and helps us breathe.

What are the two major body cavities?

The anterior/ventral cavity and the posterior/dorsal cavity.

In what anatomical position is the supine position defined?

Lying face up, in the anatomical position.

What anatomical landmark refers to the head?

Cephalon.

What does 'anatomical landmarks' refer to?

Areas of the body that can be described and located precisely.

What is the term for the cavity containing the brain?

Cranial cavity.

What are the Abdominopelvic quadrants used for?

To locate and diagnose pain, injuries, or diseases.

What is histology?

The study of tissues.

What is cytology?

The study of cells.

What does the term 'medial' refer to?

Toward the midline.

What is a lumbar puncture?

A procedure to draw out some of the fluid that surrounds the spinal cord.