Introduction to Anatomy

UNIT 1: INTRODUCTION TO ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

By the end of this unit, students should be able to

• describe the basic functions of living organisms.

• explain the relationship between anatomy and physiology and describe various specialties in each discipline.

• identify the major levels of organization in living organisms.

• identify the 11 organ systems of the human body.

• explain the concept of homeostasis.

• describe how negative feedback and positive feedback are involved in homeostatic regulation.

• use anatomical terms to describe body sections, body regions, and relative positions

• identify the major body cavities and their subdivisions.