Anatomy & Physiology Fundamentals Flashcards
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In anatomical terminology, the sagittal plane divides the body into:
Answer: Left and right halves
The sagittal plane divides the body into left and right portions; the midsagittal plane divides it into equal halves.
Which organ system is primarily responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and maintaining fluid balance?
Answer: Urinary system
The urinary system, particularly the kidneys, filters blood to remove waste and excess fluids, maintaining homeostasis.
The term 'erythrocytes' in a lab report refers to which blood component?
Answer: Red blood cells
Erythrocytes are red blood cells; the prefix 'erythro-' means red.
Healthcare records for a patient with 'osteoporosis' indicate reduced density of which tissue type?
Answer: Bone tissue
Osteoporosis is characterized by decreased bone density and mass, increasing fracture risk; 'osteo-' means bone.
The autonomic nervous system has two divisions. Which division is associated with 'fight or flight' responses documented in acute care records?
Answer: Sympathetic division
The sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system activates the fight-or-flight response, increasing heart rate and redirecting blood flow.
Which anatomical cavity houses the brain and is relevant when documenting neurological PHI?
Answer: Cranial cavity
The cranial cavity is the space within the skull that houses and protects the brain.
In physiology, 'peristalsis' refers to the wave-like muscle contractions that move substances through which organ system?
Answer: Digestive system
Peristalsis is the rhythmic, wave-like muscular contractions that propel food and waste through the digestive tract.