Flashcards in Anatomy & Physiology Intro Deck (15)
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Anatomy
The study of the body's structure
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Physiology
The study of the body's function
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Anatomical Planes
Sagittal(Left) or Lateral(Right) (Vertical Center of body)
Axial or Transverse (Horizontal Center of body)
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Integumentary System Main Organs
Skin, Hair, Nails, and Exocrine Glands.
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Function #1 (protection)
Skin protects body from basic elements (water, wind, & UV light)
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Function #2 (sensory)
Your skin can sense change in environment and contains special nerves that sense pain, touch & surface temperature.
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Function #3 (thermoregulation)
A sympathetic nervous system that monitors temperature and activates appropriate responses.
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Function #4 (vitamin D synthesis)
A synthetic nerve within the epidermal layer of skin that absorbs calcium and phosphorous; too much or too little sun exposure will result in critical harm.
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Skin
Epidermis, Dermis, & Hypodermis
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Epidermis
First layer of skin; waterproof protective barrier and gives skin tone.
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Dermis
Plays a critical in healing wounds, a protective layer for the hypodermis, & provides nourishment for the epidermis.
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Hypodermis
cushions your body, stores fat, & keeps your body attached to your bones and cartilage.
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Keratin
Critical to strengthening and repairing damaged hairs, nails, & skin.
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Keratinocyte
Important for providing skin structure and functioning the immune system.
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