complex chemical reactions to provide the energy for responsiveness, growth, reproduction and movement. Refers to all chemical operations under way in the body. Define Anatomy and physiology, and describe the various specialties within each discipline Anatomy – the study of internal and external structures and the physical relationship between body parts. Physiology – the study of how living organisms p0erform the vital functions. Microscopic Anatomy – study of structures that can not be…
or open the gate. (p.482) 7. Know the type of nerve fibers that transmit pain impulses. Medium sized A delta fibers are stimulated by mechanical deformation (mechanonociceptors) and/or extremes of temperature(mechanothermal nociceptors) Occurs quickly. Carry well localized, sharp pain sensations and are important in initiating rapid reactions to stimuli (fast pain). Mechanical, thermal, and chemiacal nociception are transmitted by excitation of polymodal nociceptors and are carried on small unmyelinated…
Interesting historical information, in the form of “Historical Notes,” is spread throughout the book and is presented in appropriate chapters. STUDENT-FRIENDLY FEATURES The authors have made every attempt to create a student-friendly book. The book can be used by all types of students, including those with little or no science background and mature students returning to school after an absence of several years. It is written in a clear and concise manner. It contains more than 30 Study Aid boxes,…
intended to be a comprehensive scientific or clinical reference. Under the laws administered by FDA, a food is adulterated if it contains (1) a poisonous or otherwise harmful substance that is not an inherent natural constituent of the food itself, in an amount that poses a reasonable possibility of injury to health, or (2) a substance that is an inherent natural constituent of the food itself; is not the result of environmental, agricultural, industrial, or other contamination; and is present in an amount…