Anatomy
What is a cell?
The basic unit of all living things
A Joint is...
the connection between 2 or more bones of the skeleton.
What are the 2 types of nerves found in the human body?
Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
What is histology also known as?
Microscopic Anatomy
"ology" means...
The study of...
the study of human structure that can be seen with the human eye.
List 3 bones in the cranium
1. Occipital
2. Parietal
3. Frontal
4.Temporal
5. Ethmoid
6. Sphenoid
How many types of nerves are there? Name them.
Sensory and Motor
Name 3 types of muscle stimulations
1. Massage
2. Electrotherapy current
3. Infrared Light
4. Dry Heat
5. Moist Heat
6. Nerve Impulses
7.Chemicals
How many systems are in the human body?
11
What is a body system?
A group of body organs acting together to perform one or more functions.
Name 2 primary functions of the skeletal system
1. Give shape and support to the body
2. Protect various internal structures and organs
3. Serve as attachment for muscles and as a lever to produce body movement.
4. Help produce white and red blood cells
5. Store most of the body's calcium supply such as sodium, magnesium etc...
Where are sensory nerves located and what are they also called?
Close to the surface of the skin. They are called "receptors".
What is histology?
the study of tiny structures found in living tissue.
What are the 3 MAIN body systems?
Digestive, Respiratory and excretory
What system controls the movement of blood throughout the body?
Circulatory
Main bones of the neck (2)
- Hyoid
- Cervical Vertebrae
The skull is divided into 2 parts
Cranium, Facial Skeleton
List 3 bones in the cranium (6)
-Occipital
-Frontal
-Ethmoid
-Parietal
-Temporal
-Sphenoid
A term for "Fat"
Adipose
The largest organ
Skin
What does muscle tissue do?
Contract and moves various parts of the body
Carries messages to and from the brain and controls and coordinates all bodily functions. Also composed of special cells known as neurons that make up the nerves, brain and spinal cord
Nerve Tissue
Protects the body from disease by developing immunity and destroying pathogens and toxins
immune system
How many bones are in the face?
14