The Human Body Orientation Terms Flashcards

Introduction to human orientation is just the fundamentals of  the body.These flash cards will be the ideal study tool you need to prepare you for a successful test.

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A group of cells of the same type nform a (n) :
Organ
A group of organs working together for a common purpose form
Organ system
A group of tissues working together for a specific function form a
organ
Control mechanisms that lower blood pressure in response to a rapid rise in blood pressure are called
Negative feedbeck mechanisms
The ability of the body to maintain a relatively stable internal enviroment is refered to as
Homeostasis
The anatomical term meaning close to the point of attachment of a limb to the body trunk is :
Distal
The anatomical term meaning toward the lower part of a structure is :
Inferior
The anatomical term meaning toward the midline of the body
medial
The organ system that function to coordinate and / or control other body systems are the :
The Nervous and endocrine systems
The scientific discipline that investigates the body"s structure and shape is called :
Anatomy
The anatomical position is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT:
Palms turned posteriorly
Which body system is most closely associated with information assessment?
Nervous
Which body system is most closely associated aith the ability to contract or shorten?
Muscular
Which body system is most closely ssociated with transport and delivery ?
Cardiovascular
Which body system is most closely associated with the production of offspring ?
Reproductive