Download Anatomy and Physiology Final Study Guide

Anatomy and Physiology Final Study Guide
The final will be made of past test questions. The following are the main topics from the past
units. The test will consist of 60 multiple choice and 2-3 short answers.
Unit 6 (Chapters 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15)
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General Neuron structure
Support cells of nervous system
Classifications of neurons
Generating and Propagation Action potential
Synapses
Brain anatomy
Functional areas of brain  Brodmann areas – Somatotopy
Meninges
PNS
Nerve structure
Sensory receptor basics
The Eye
Homeostatic Imbalance  Meningitis, concussion, stroke
Unit 7 (Chapter 23)
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Structures of alimentary canal
Microscopic anatomy of alimentary canal
Processes of and where the following happen: ingestion, propulsion, mechanical
digestion, chemical digestion, absorption and defecation
Peristalsis
Details of: Stomach, SI, Pancreas, Gall bladder, Liver and LI
Common Enzymes and chemicals of digestion
Homeostatic Imbalance  diarrhea, vomiting, GERDS, IBS, Colon polyps, and cancer
Anatomy and Physiology Final Study Guide
Unit 8 (Chapter 22)
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Stages of respiration
Macro anatomy of respiratory system
Upper respiratory tract, trachea, bronchioles  anatomy and function
Alveoli, respiratory membrane
Mechanics of breathing
Pulmonary volumes
Spirometry
Gas exchange and transport in blood
Homeostatic Imbalances  COPD, asthma, Sleep apnea, Lung cancer, effects of smoking
Unit 9 (Chapters 18, 17 and 19)
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Heart anatomy
Heart valves, function and specific anatomy
Cardiac cycle
Electrical events of a heart contraction  Intrinsic Conduction system
Blood basics structure, function, cell types
Blood typing and transfusions
Vessel structure
Capillaries
Blood flow (Blood Pressure)
Homeostatic Imbalance  Heart valve disorders (heart murmur), myocardial infarction,
High blood pressure, arthrosclerosis