Anatomy

WEEK 1: AN INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

1. Define the terms anatomy and physiology, and explain their relationship using an example of a human structure with its corresponding function.

2. List, in order from least to most complex, the levels of structural organization, discuss the relationship between the levels, and name an example at each level.

3. List the 11 organ systems of the human organism, name the major organs within each, and give a general function for each system.

4. Name the six life processes that distinguish living from non-living things.

5. Specify the five environmental needs required for life.

6. Define the term homeostasis, what is involved in maintaining homeostasis, and explain how a homeostatic mechanism is regulated (i.e. negative feedback) by using an examples that you find.

7. Demonstrate what is meant by "anatomical position".

8. Define various directional terms (i.e. superior, inferior, etc.), and compare different body parts using these terms (i.e. the elbow is proximal to the wrist).

9. List both anterior and posterior anatomical landmarks (i.e. orbital, inguinal, etc.).

10. Name the three major body sections (planes, cuts), and describe how each would be accomplished.

11. Designate the five major human body cavities and name the organs within each on a human diagram.

12. Describe the anatomical importance of the diaphragm muscle and make sure you can spell it correctly!!!!

13. Describe the nine regions of the abdominopelvic cavity and the four quadrants of the abdominopelvic cavity and list the major organs found within each.

14. Distinguish between visceral and parietal serous membranes, and differentiate between pericardial, pleural, and peritoneal varieties.

15. Name the function of serous fluid.