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Chapter 1: The Human Body – An Orientation (Anatomy & Physiology Study Notes)

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What is Anatomy & Physiology?

Levels of Organization

Introduction to Organ Systems

Homeostasis

Anatomical Position

Introduction to Directional Terms

Directional Terms: Up and Down

Directional Terms: Front and Back

Directional Terms: Body Sides

Directional Terms: Limbs

Directional Terms: Depth Within the Body

Introduction to Anatomical Terms for Body Regions

Anatomical Terms for the Head and Neck

Anatomical Terms for the Front of the Trunk

Anatomical Terms for the Back

Anatomical Terms for the Arm and Hand

Anatomical Terms for the Leg and Foot

Review- Using Anatomical Terms and Directions

Abdominopelvic Quadrants and Regions

Anatomical Planes & Sections

Organization of the Body: Body Cavities

Organization of the Body: Thoracic Cavity

Organization of the Body: Abdominopelvic Cavity