Applied Anatomy & Physiology for Manual Therapist, Second Edition
Anatomy - ANSWER The study of the structure of an organism, such as the human body
cardiovascular system - ANSWER The primary function of the cardiovascular system is to pump
blood throughout the body via a complex system of blood vessels
Cell - ANSWER The smallest unit of life capable of existing on its own
digestive system - ANSWER The process of digestion involves breaking down food into usable
nutrients, which are then absorbed into the blood for transportation to the cells and tissues
Effector - ANSWER The responding cell, tissue or organ
endocrine system - ANSWER Through chemical secretion, called hormones, or endocrine
system works in conjunction with the nervous system in communication coordination in control
of the body systems
feedback system - ANSWER A term used to describe the relationship between the original
stimulus and the body's response is either classified as either negative or positive
holistic approach - ANSWER One that is guided by the principle that the physical body
cognitive processes(mind) and emotional or spiritual aspect, or inseparable parts of a whole
person
Homeostasis - ANSWER In order to survive in changing conditions, the human body must
maintain a level of internal stability or balance
Anatomy - ANSWER The study of the structure of an organism, such as the human body
cardiovascular system - ANSWER The primary function of the cardiovascular system is to pump
blood throughout the body via a complex system of blood vessels
Cell - ANSWER The smallest unit of life capable of existing on its own
digestive system - ANSWER The process of digestion involves breaking down food into usable
nutrients, which are then absorbed into the blood for transportation to the cells and tissues
Effector - ANSWER The responding cell, tissue or organ
endocrine system - ANSWER Through chemical secretion, called hormones, or endocrine
system works in conjunction with the nervous system in communication coordination in control
of the body systems
feedback system - ANSWER A term used to describe the relationship between the original
stimulus and the body's response is either classified as either negative or positive
holistic approach - ANSWER One that is guided by the principle that the physical body
cognitive processes(mind) and emotional or spiritual aspect, or inseparable parts of a whole
person
Homeostasis - ANSWER In order to survive in changing conditions, the human body must
maintain a level of internal stability or balance
