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Define Anatomy
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The scientific discipline that investigates the structure of the body.
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Define Anatomic Imaging
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Involves the use of x-rays, ultrasounds, MRI's, and other technologies used to create pictures of internal structures.
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Define Physiology
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The scientific discipline that deals with the processes or functions of living things.
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Define Homeostasis
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The existence and maintenence of a relatively constant environment within the body
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Define Negative Feedback
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Mechanisms which function to maintain homeostasis.
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Define Positive Feedback
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NOT homeostatic and are rare in healthy individuals.
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Define Anatomical Position
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Position in which a person is standing erect with feet facing forward, arms hanging to the sides, and palms of hands facing forward.
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What is the definition of Systemic Anatomy?
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The study of the body by systems.
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What are three examples of Systemic Anatomy?
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The circulatory, nervous, skeletal, and muscular systems.
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What is the definition of Regional Anatomy?
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The study of the organization of the body by areas. Within each region are systems that are studied simultaneously.
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What is the definition of Surface Anatomy?
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The study of external features such as bony projections, which serve as landmarks for locating deeper structures.
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How is physiology classified?
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1.)According to the organism involved
or 2.)The levels of organization within a given organism. |
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What is the definition of Human Physiology?
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The study of a specific organism, the human.
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What is the definition of Cellular and Systemic Physiology?
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Examples of physiology that emphasize specific organizational levels.
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