Summary: Moore's Essential Clinical Anatomy | 9781496369673 | Anne M R Agur, et al

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  • What is regional anatomy?

    Anatomy that organizes the body into parts; head, neck, trunk and the paired upper and lower limbs
  • What is systemic anatomy?

    Anatomy that organizes the body into organ systems
  • What is an oblique plane?

    A plane that does not align with any other planes
  • What is a bilateral structure?

    A paired structure on the left and right side of the body
  • What is a contralateral structure?

    A structure that occurs on the opposite side of the body
  • What are the five functions of the skin?

    1. Protection from environmental effects
    2. Containment of tissues, organs and vital substances
    3. Heat regulation
    4. Sensation
    5. Synthesis and storage of vitamin D
  • What are the layers of the skin from outside to inside?

    1. Epidermis
    2. Dermis
    3. Subcutaneous tissue
    4. Skin Ligaments
    5. Deep Fascia
  • What are the two main parts of the skeleton and what are their bones?

    Axial skeleton; head, neck & trunk
    Appendicular skeleton; limbs, including shoulder and pelvic girdles
  • What is type of tissue is cartilage and why is it useful?

    Cartilage is a rigid connective tissue where the skeleton needs more flexibility.
  • What type of tissue is bone and why is it useful?

    Bone is a highly specialized hard form of connective tissue and it is the main supporting tissue of the body

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