Week 1 Flashcards
(14 cards)
Anatomy vs Physiology
Anatomy = Location and structure of body parts
Physiology = Function of body parts and how they work
Ascites
Excess fluid in abdominal (peritoneal) cavity
Histology
The microscopic study of tissues and organs
Peritonitis
inflammation in the abdomen
What are the 3 main types of epithelial tissue?
Squamous (“squashed”)
Cuboidal (cube shape)
Columnar (column shape)
What are the purposes of epithelial tissue?
1) Protect from the environment 2) Form glands
What does connective tissue include?
Blood: mostly h2o
Bone: contains calcium, phosphorus
Fat: heat, energy, hormones
Tendons
Ligaments
Collagen: attachment, elasticity
Elastic fibers
Fascia: thin, tough, protective
What are the basic components of connective tissue?
Ground substance
Protein Fibers
Cells
4 types of membranes are?
- Mucous membranes
- Serous membranes
- Cutaneous membranes
- Synovial membranes
What are the stages of wounds and healing?
- Inflammation
- Scab formation
- Granulation tissue formation under scab
- Scar tissues replaces granulation tissue
Biopsy
removing a small sample of tissue or cells from the body for examination under a microscope
Histopathology
microscopic examination of tissue to diagnose and study diseases
Effusion
giving off something such as a liquid, light, or smell
The abdominal space is also known as the _______________________ space or cavity.
Peritoneal
