Chapter 7
Anatomy and
Physiology
, National EMS Education
Standard Competencies
Anatomy and Physiology
Integrates a complex depth and comprehensive
breadth of knowledge of the anatomy and
physiology of all human systems.
, Introduction
• Anatomy is the study of the structure and
makeup of the organism.
− Gross anatomy: organs and their locations
− Microscopic anatomy: visible through
microscope
• Physiology examines the processes and
functions of the body.
, Topographic Anatomy
• Refers to superficial landmarks of body
• Terms apply to the body when in the
anatomic position.
− Anatomic position: patient stands facing you,
arms at side, palms forward
− Left and right refer to patient’s left and right.
Anatomy and
Physiology
, National EMS Education
Standard Competencies
Anatomy and Physiology
Integrates a complex depth and comprehensive
breadth of knowledge of the anatomy and
physiology of all human systems.
, Introduction
• Anatomy is the study of the structure and
makeup of the organism.
− Gross anatomy: organs and their locations
− Microscopic anatomy: visible through
microscope
• Physiology examines the processes and
functions of the body.
, Topographic Anatomy
• Refers to superficial landmarks of body
• Terms apply to the body when in the
anatomic position.
− Anatomic position: patient stands facing you,
arms at side, palms forward
− Left and right refer to patient’s left and right.
