Organs and Body Systems
Protects the body from disease by developing immunities and destroying pathogens and toxins
Immune (lymphatic) System
skeleton of the head; divided into two parts called the cranium and facial skeleton
Skull
The Muscular System holds this in place
The Skeletal System
Study of the structure, function, and pathology of the nervous system
Neurology
thick-walled flexible tubes that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the arterioles
Arteries
one of the body’s most complex organs that controls all the body’s functions
Brain
two bones that form the sides and top of the cranium
parietal bones
Study of the structure, functions, and diseases of the muscular system.
Myology
Simplest form of nervous activity that includes a sensory and a motor nerve
Reflex
Consists of the skin and its accessory organs
integumentary system
Made up of kidneys, liver, skin, large intestine, and lungs. This system eliminates toxic substances that can affect other body system functions.
Excretory System
also called the shoulder blade; large, flat, triangular bone of the shoulder; there are two scapulae
scapula
mobility, circulation, respiration, digestion, stability, and posture are the muscular _________.
functions
Protects the brain
Cranium
Tubelike structures that circulate blood throughout the body
Blood Vessels
Made up of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and eyes. To provide safe and effective facial and nail services, you must have an understanding of this system.
Nervous System
located on the little-toe side of the lower leg; smaller of the two leg bones below the knee
fibula
muscle that produces the contour of the front and inner side of the upper arm; lifts the forearm and flexes the elbow
bicep
Carry impulses or messages from the sense organs
Sensory nerves
Located at the side of the neck it carries blood returning to the heart from the head face and neck
External jugular vein
Covers, shapes, and holds the skeletal system in place.
Muscular System
seven irregularly shaped bones in the ankle area including the talus, calcaneus (heel), navicular, cuboid, and three cuneiform bones
tarsals
neck muscle that lowers and rotates the head; originates at the clavicle and inserts at the temporal bone near the ear
sternocleidomastoideus
Also known as efferent nerves
Motor Nerves
Influence the welfare of the entire body
Hormones