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enter- intestine
erythr red
onych/o nail
nasal nose
intra within
mouth oral
HG hypoglycemia
backbone vertebral
OSTOMY INCUSION
softening -malacia
an/o anus
-phylaxis protection
mechano machine
lith stone
CP cerbral palsy
spinal column vertebral
Ventral "belly side"
ost means bone
Synarthrosis Immovable Joint
ION PROCESS, ACTION
Pepsin Digestion enzyme
esthesi/o feeling, sensation
ESR erythrocyte sedimentation rate
kyph/o hunchback;humpback (posterior curvature in the thoracic region)
-tomy incision, cut into
Atoms are? simplest level
Osseous tissue bone tissue
Foramen rotundum transmits V2
sign a token; indication.
ia condition of - s
matrix ground substance + fibers
-scope instrument for visual examination
Erect Standing or sitting upright
spermatozoa or spem male cells
the study of disease Pathology
palpitation the act of palpitating.
T/F secondary ossification centers form the epiphyses? True
behavioral eating disorder/extreme aversion to food/malnutrition anorexia nervosa
Crural Adjective for lower leg region
-rrhagia means bursting forth of blood
supraspinatus abduction assists with lateral rotation
SPLEEN IN WITH THE SMALL INTESTINES
HIV the virus that causes AIDS
left ventricle lower left heart chamber
Blood Vessels of_External Genitalia- Constriction Sympathetic
inflammation redness, swelling, pain, tenderness, heat, and disturbed function of an area of the body, esp. as a reaction of tissues to injurious agents.
eversion soles of the foot turned laterally
sudden attack with involuntary series of contractions(synonymous with convulsions) seizures
Lateral side of leg Fibular or Peroneal
Macrophages -Eat up bacteria -Dispose of dead tissue cells -Peppered throughout loose connective tissue
neutrophil WBC 2-4 lobes; purple color; phagocytized microorganisms
Occipital Lower posterior region of the head
what is atropine? anticholinergic; blocks muscarinic receptors (used in war). prevents salivation during surgery, dialate pupils
The pacemaker of the heart SA Node
INNOMINATE ARTERY LEFT BRANCH OFF OF AORTA
major nutrients carbs, lipids, proteins (and water)
cartilage flexible connective tissue at the joints
elongated cells specialized to contract and cause movement muscle tissue
Eustachian Middle ear connects to the nasopharynx
Ovaries The female reproductive glands that hold the female eggs and produce estrogen and progesterone, the female reproductive hormones
mucous pertaining to, consisting of, or resembling mucus.
diagnosis the process of determining by examination the nature and circumstances of a diseased condition.
action of Gluteus medius Hip abduction, medial rotation
cancer of lymphatic tissue, elargement of lymph nodes, fatigue, immune deficiency Hodgkin's disease
Vaginal secretions maintain a slightly acidic environment to prevent microorganisms from becoming established
Omohyoid O.I.A. O: superior surface of scapula I: lower border of hyoid A: depresses hyoid bone
includes loose connective tissue (areolar, adipose, reticular) and dense connective tissue (dense regular, dense irregular, and elastic) Connective tissue proper
a cord of dense regular connective tissue that attaches muscle to the periosteum of bone tendon
Sunburn is classified as what degree burn? first
3 Types of Muscle Tissue Cardiac, Skeletal, Smooth
This part of the brain coordinates Movement cerebellum
the highest portion of the shoulder acromion process
Most lymphocytes and monocytes develop from hemoietic stem cells where? lymphatic tissue
autolytic vesicles cell bound; specializing in digesting of dead and decaying cell organelles
Secretory Vesicles Store materials and move materials into or out of the cell in bulk (your cell's PODS container)
acetabulumn rounded depression or socket in the pelvis which joins the femur forming the hip joint.
flat bones generally thin, with two waferlike layers of compact bone sandwiching a layer of spongy bone between them
Talus articulates with tibia to form what joint ankle
Define homeostasis The steady state within the organism
is oxygen soluble in water no poorly soluble
drugs are swallowed and absorbed through the intestinal tract oral administration
Dynamic Equilibrium body is continually adapting and adjusting (meds -> side effects)
prognosis a forecasting of the probable course and outcome of a disease, esp. of the chances of recovery.
laceration the result of lacerating; a rough, jagged tear.
the sharp border between the pectineal and obturator surfaces of the pubis is called? Obturator crest
origin of extensor carpi ulnaris lateral epicondyle of humerus
What has 12 vertebrae corresponding to 12 ribs and lacks transverse foramen? Thoracic Vertebrae.
. The anatomical term meaning closer to the sides of the body is ? lateral.
Appropriate atmospheric pressure? For adequate breathing and gas exchange in the lungs.
papillary layer more superficial, made up of areolar CT
a molecule is broken down into smaller parts. a catabolic reaction (ab >a+b) decomposition
Potential spaces found all over the body between bone and tissue that contain only a small drop of fluid for cushioning when healthy. Bursa Sacs
2nd major layer of skin that is strong, flexible connective tissue that is vascularized and innervated Dermis
long head of the biceps brachii assists with abduction
Which bone lies against the rib cage, between ribs 2 and 7? scapula
URINARY BLADDER SAC, PRETTY MUCH WHERE YOU WOULD EXPECT IT TO BE
This type of immunity occurs when lymphocytes defend the body cellular immunity
INSULIN IS RELEASED PRIMARILY IN RESPONSE TO... INCREASED BLOOD SUGAR
4 types of connective tissue dense, adipose, loose, liquid
angina pectoris chest pain, usually caused by a lowered oxygen or blood supply to the heart
Reproductive system includes the external sex organs and all related internal structures that are concerned with the production of offspring.
where are PCO2 levels monitored chemoreceptors in the medulla
This illness is also referred to as swollen glands. lymphadenitis
trauma a body wound or shock produced by sudden physical injury, as from violence or accident.
prostrate to cast (oneself) face down on the ground in humility, submission, or adoration.
palpation to examine by touch, esp. for the purpose of diagnosing disease or illness.
the lateral part of the epiphysis of the femur is called? lateral condyle
a timed blood test to determine the time required for a blood clot to form coagulation time
Acute infection an infection that runs a rapid and severe course and then ends abruptly ex: cold, measles, influenza
What is the name of the thin membrane that covers the eye? Conjunctive
what is specific resistance(immunity) production of specific antibody to fight specific pathogens; developed
intact skin wraps the body in a physical barrier that prevents invading organisms from entering the body
What separates the lower lip from the chin? Labiomental groove
superior left point inferior border of second left costal cartilage about 3cm to the left of the midline
DIGASTRIC NECK MUSCLE TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT OF THE MYLOHYOID
A chronic autoimmune disorder of the connective tissue that causes injury to the skin, joints, kidneys, mucous membranes and nervous system is called __________________. systemic lupus erythematosus
cele - sell(tumor, cyst; hernia) hydrocele(water cyst, tumor)
This is the part of the broad lig. that suspends the ovary mesovarium
alveolar suface tension tries to do what to the alveoli make them smaller
What nerves are involved in the posterior compartment of the forearm? radial/posterior interosseous nerve
neurotomy the cutting of a nerve, as to relieve neuralgia.
the medial and smaller branch of the common iliac artery is called? Internal Iliac Artery
What is the layer that is lined with serous percadium, which also covers the outer surface of the heart Parietal layer
Fibroblasts produce three types of connective tissue. collagenous fibers, elastic fibers, and reticular fibers.
"Section" Anatomic View An actual cut or slice through a structure
What is the average rate of the SA Node 80 BPM
occipital bone it forms the back and base of the skull
what does the uvula do prevents food from entering the nasopharynx during swallowing
What vessel supplies the majority of the femoral head? medial femoral circumflex artery
What is superficial fascia composed of? composed of loose connective tissue and adipose (fat) tissue
What are the conical protrusions in parietal bones that enclose at 22 months called? Ossification centers (bone growth centers).
Q What n. creates a loop around the middle meningeal a.? A auriculotemporal n.
the base or superior border is directed: posterior superiorly to the right
The vermillion zone and border are... darker in appearance than the surrouding skin of the lips.
flexor hallucis brevis: insertion both sides of base of proximal phalanx of 1st digit
Describe the adductor surface of lower limb the surface over the adductor muscles
voice production function (r. system) movement of air past folds makes sound and speech
2 Types of Cells of Nervous Tissue Neurons & Supporting Cells (neuroglial cells)
what is the retropubic space? space created by the infolding of the peritoneum which extends along the sides of the bladder
What are the distal attachments of the muscles of the anterior leg? tarsal, metatarsal, and phalangeal bones and joints
how is the anatomic position of the femur measured? by angles and compared to normal
Where does the transverse ligament attach in the upper cervical spine? The atlas has tubercles on both sides of the articular facet for the dens where the transverse ligament will attach.
The biconcave shape of red blood cells.? allow them to have an increased surface area for the transport of gases.
What is the role of the meniscus? it absorbs impact and helps with stability
Q What mm. are found in the deep layer of the transversospinalis/deep group of back mm.? Where are these located? A semispinalis, multifidus, and rotatores. These all lay between TP's and SP's
What are you looking for when performing the anterior drawer test on the ankle? subluxation of the talus out of the mortise joint
Q in the deep layer of the deep group of back mm., which mm. are found in the lumbar region? A multifidus, and rotatores. The semispinalis mm. originate from lower 6 thoracic TP's and up.
Q What is unique about the 3rd digit and the dorsal interossei mm.? A It has extra (two) contributions so it doesn't move. It is a pivot point. Notice the other digits only have one or zero contributions from other digits. N 465
Q At what vertebral level is the middle C ganglion found?*** A C6, or at the level of the cricoid cartilage***