Chapter 8: Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge Objectives

Flashcards covering the National EMS Education Standard Competencies and Knowledge Objectives for Chapter 8: Anatomy and Physiology.

What is the National EMS Education Standard Competency for Anatomy and Physiology outlined in Chapter 8?

Integrates a complex depth and comprehensive breadth of knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of all human systems.

According to Knowledge Objective 2, how should the levels of organization in the body be described?

From the least complex to the most complex.

According to Knowledge Objective 3, which key chemical substances are included in the body's composition?

Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, trace elements, and enzymes.

What two elements are specified in Knowledge Objective 4 regarding the atomic composition of the body?

Chemical bonds and chemical reactions.

According to Knowledge Objective 5, what two components of fluid balance must be explained for maintaining homeostasis?

The purpose and mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis.

Which two metabolic processes does Knowledge Objective 6 require students to differentiate between?

Anabolism and catabolism.

According to Knowledge Objective 8, what stages and processes are included in the life cycle of a cell?

Interphase, mitosis, cytokinesis, and differentiation.

According to Knowledge Objective 9, what two types of cellular metabolism are discussed?

Aerobic and anaerobic cellular metabolism.

What anatomical fluid division does Knowledge Objective 10 require students to identify?

The major fluid compartments of the body.

Which cell transport mechanisms are specifically listed in Knowledge Objective 11?

Diffusion, facilitated diffusion, osmosis, and active transport.

Which three terms must be defined according to Knowledge Objective 12?

Isotonic, hypotonic, and hypertonic.

According to Knowledge Objective 13, which types of tissues found in the body are included?

Epithelial tissue, connective tissue, muscle tissue, neural tissue, and membranes.

What elements of the integumentary system must be described according to Knowledge Objective 15?

Its function, layers of the skin, and other structures present in the skin.

What specific architectural feature of bones is highlighted in Knowledge Objective 17?

Long bone architecture.

According to Knowledge Objective 18, what factor is discussed alongside bone formation and growth?

Related hormones.

What anatomical structure's sections must be listed according to Knowledge Objective 20?

The spine.