Skeletal SystemThe skeleton is subdivided into two divisions: the axial skeleton, the bones that form the longitudinal axis of the body, and the appendicular skeleton, the bones of the limbs and girdles. In addition to bones, the skeletal system includes joints, cartilages, and ligaments (fibrous cords that bind the bones together at joints). The joints give the body flexibility and allow movement to occur.
Objective Checklist
Bones: An Overview
- Identify the subdivisions of the skeleton as axial or appendicular.
- List at least three functions of the skeletal system.
- Name the four main kinds of bones.
- Identify the major anatomical areas of a long bone.
- Explain the role of bone salts and the organic matrix in making bone both hard and flexible.
- Describe briefly the process of bone formation in the fetus and summarize the events of bone remodeling throughout life.
- Name and describe the various types of fractures.
Axial Skeleton
- On a skull or diagram, identify and name the bones of the skull.
- Describe how the skull of a newborn infant (or fetus) differs from that of an adult, and explain the function of fontanels.
- Name the parts of a typical vertebra and explain in general how the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae differ from one another.
- Discuss the importance of the intervertebral discs and spinal curvatures.
- Explain how the abnormal spinal curvatures (scoliosis, lordosis, and kyphosis) differ from one another.
Appendicular Skeleton
- Identify on a skeleton or diagram the bones of the shoulder and pelvic girdles and their attached limbs.
- Describe important differences between a male and female pelvis.
Joints
- Name the three major categories of joints and compare the amount of movement allowed by each.
Developmental Aspects of the Skeleton
- Identify some of the causes of bone and joint problems throughout life.
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Congratulations to two of my alma maters for winning their respective basketball tournaments:
NCAA Champions: San Beda Red Lions!
UAAP Champions: UST Golden Tigers!
*I studied at San Beda College High School Dept. way back 1988 (1st year, with a deportment award to boot) and at the UST College of Science with a bachelors degree in B.S. Biology and I was an undergraduate at the UST College of Medicine. By the way, my great grandfather is one of the founders of the NCAA. (see related post)
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 Body membranes, which cover surfaces, line body cavities, and form protective (and often lubricating) sheets around organs, fall into two major groups. There are (1) epithelial membranes, which include the cutaneous, mucous, and serous membranes, and (2) connective tissue membranes, represented by synovial membranes. The cutaneous membrane, generally called the skin or integumentary system, will receive most of our attention in this chapter, but first we will consider the other body membranes.
Objective Checklist
Classification of Body Membranes
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List the general functions of each membrane type-cutaneous, mucous, serous, and synovial-and give its location in the body.
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Compare the structure (tissue makeup) of the major membrane types.
Integumentary System (Skin)
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List several important functions of the integumentary system and explain how these functions are accomplished.
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When provided with a model or diagram of the skin, recognize and name the following skin structures: epidermis, dermis (papillary and reticular layers), hair and hair follicle, sebaceous gland, and sweat gland.
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Name the layers of the epidermis and describe the characteristics of each.
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Describe the distribution and function of the epidermal derivatives-sebaceous glands, sweat glands, and hair.
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Name the factors that determine skin color and describe the function of melanin.
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Differentiate between first-, second-, and third-degree burns.
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Explain the importance of the "rule of nines."
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Summarize the characteristics of basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and malignant melanoma.
Developmental Aspects of Skin and Body Membranes
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By the way, eRadioportal blog is also Top 3 in the PinoyTopBlogs.
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Objective Checklist
Cells
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Name the four elements that make up the bulk of living matter and list several trace elements.
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Define cell, organelle, and inclusion.
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Identify on a cell model or diagram the three major cell regions (nucleus, cytoplasm, and plasma membrane).
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List the structures of the nucleus and explain the function of chromatin and nucleoli.
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Identify the organelles on a cell model or describe them, and discuss the major function of each.
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Define selective permeability, diffusion (including simple and facilitated diffusion and osmosis), active transport, passive transport, solute pumping, exocytosis, endocytosis, phagocytosis, bulk-phase endocytosis, hypertonic, hypotonic, and isotonic.
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Describe the structure of the plasma membrane, and explain how the various transport processes account for the directional movements of specific substances across the plasma membrane.
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Describe briefly the process of DNA replication and of mitosis. Explain the importance of mitotic cell division.
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In relation to protein synthesis, describe the roles of DNA and of the three varieties of RNA.
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Name some cell types and relate their overall shape and internal structure to their special functions.
Body Tissues
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Name the four major tissue types and their chief subcategories. Explain how the four major tissue types differ structurally and functionally.
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Give the chief locations of the various tissue types in the body.
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Describe the process of tissue repair (wound healing).
Developmental Aspects of Cells and Tissues
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Define neoplasm, and distinguish between benign and malignant neoplasms.
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Explain the significance of the fact that some tissue types (muscle and nerve) are largely amitotic after the growth stages are over.
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Today marks the webcast/ online debut of Aksyon Radyo Pangasinan 1161 kHz DWCM. The audio streaming was provided by Bitstop through its eradioportal.com website. To listen to Aksyon Radyo Pangasinan 1161 kHz (DWCM), Click Here or visit eradioportal.com and click on DWCM.
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Human Anatomy and Physiology Chapter 2: Basic Chemistry
Objective Checklist
Concepts of Matter and Energy
Concepts of Matter and Energy
* Differentiate clearly between matter and energy.
* List the major energy forms and provide one example of how each energy form is used in the body.
Composition of Matter
* Define chemical element and list the four elements that form the bulk of body matter.
* Explain how elements and atoms are related.
* List the subatomic particles and describe their relative masses, charges, and positions in the atom.
* Define radioisotope and describe briefly how radioisotopes are used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Molecules and Compounds
* Recognize that chemical reactions involve the interaction of electrons to make and break chemical bonds.
* Define molecule and explain how molecules are related to compounds.
Chemical Bonds and Chemical Reactions
* Differentiate between ionic, polar covalent, and nonpolar covalent bonds, and describe the importance of hydrogen bonds.
* Contrast synthesis, decomposition, and exchange reactions.
Biochemistry: The Chemical Composition of Living Matter
* Distinguish between organic and inorganic compounds.
* Differentiate clearly between a salt, an acid, and a base.
* List several salts (or their ions) vitally important to body functioning.
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Chapter 1: The Human Body: An Orientation
Objective Checklist
An Overview of Anatomy and Physiology
* Define anatomy and physiology.
* Explain how anatomy and physiology are related.
Levels of Structural Organization
* Name the levels of structural organization that make up the human body and explain how they are related.
* Name the organ systems of the body and briefly state the major functions of each system.
* Classify by organ system all organs discussed.
* Identify the organs shown on a diagram or a dissectible torso.
Maintaining Life
* List functions that humans must perform to maintain life.
* List the survival needs of the human body.
Homeostasis
* Define homeostasis and explain its importance.
* Define negative feedback and describe its role in maintaining homeostasis and normal body function.
The Language of Anatomy
* Describe the anatomical position verbally or demonstrate it.
* Use proper anatomical terminology to describe body directions, surfaces, and body planes.
* Locate the major body cavities and list the chief organs in each cavity.
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