anatomical positions
The standard reference position in which the body is standing upright, facing forward, feet flat, arms at the sides, and palms facing forward.
the anatomical position
four-chambered organ acts as the central pump, circulating blood throughout the body via rhythmic contractions
Heart
This body system returns excess interstitial fluid to the bloodstream and helps maintain fluid balance
lymphatic system
This body system uses hormones released into the bloodstream to regulate growth, metabolism, and homeostasis
endocrine system
In anatomical position, this body orientation keeps the thumbs pointing away from the body rather than toward the midline
supination of the hands
These blood vessels carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to body tissues
arteries
These small, bean-shaped structures filter lymph and help trap bacteria and debris.
lymph nodes
called the master gland this endocrine gland controls many other glands and is closely linked to the hypothalamus
pituitary gland
This term describes a structure located midline of the body when viewed in anatomical position.
medial
This type of blood vessel has thin walls and valves to assist in returning blood to the heart
Veins
This milky lymphatic fluid forms in the small intestine during fat absorption and is rich in triglycerides
Chyle
This hormone, produced by the pancreas, lowers blood glucose levels by promoting cellular uptake of glucose
insulin
In anatomical position, the face and chest are described?
anterior or ventral
Exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, and wastes occurs in these microscopic blood vessels
capillaries
This largest lymphatic vessel drains lymph from most of the body and empties into the left subclavian vein
thoracic duct
small glands located on top of the kidneys secrete epinephrine and norepinephrine during the stress response
adrenal glands
This directional term describes a structure located farther from the point of attachment or origin when the body is in anatomical position.
distal
This component of blood is primarily responsible for oxygen transport and contains hemoglobin
Red blood cells or erythrocytes.
Swelling caused by impaired lymphatic drainage commonly seen in the lower extremities
lymphedema
gland regulates metabolism and influences body temperature, heart rate, and energy levels through thyroid hormones
thyroid gland