Anatomy & Physiology Flashcards
Anatomy
The study of the structures of the body
Physiology
The study of the functions of the structures of the body
Anatomical position
The body standing in the standard position (upright with arms at sides)
The skeletal system
Consists of bones, bone marrow, cartilage, joints, ligaments, synovial membranes, synovial fluid, and bursae.
Bones
Support and protect the internal organs. They act as framework of the body
Joints
Work in conjunction with muscle, ligament and tendons making possible the wide variety of body movements.
Respiratory system
Primary function is breathing
Cardiovascular/Circulatory system
Primary function is blood circulation
Digestive system
Primary function is to process food
Endocrine system
Primary function is hormone production
Urinary system
Primary function is waste elimination
Reproductive system
Primary function is to reproduce
Nervous/sensory system
Primary function is communication nervous between coordination of all body systems
Integumentary system
Primary function Protects against damage (skin)
Hematopoietic/Lymphatic
Primary function is blood production, maintenance of fluid balance ,and defense against disease.
