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An Introduction to

1 Anatomy and Physiology

Learning Outcomes

These Learning Outcomes correspond by number to this chapter’s sections
and indicate what you should be able to do after completing the chapter.

1-1 Explain the importance of studying anatomy

and physiology.

1-2 Define anatomy and physiology, describe the origins

of anatomical and physiological terms, and explain the
significance of Terminologia Anatomica (International
Anatomical Terminology).

1-3 Explain the relationship between anatomy and physiology,

and describe various specialties of each discipline.

1-4 Identify the major levels of organization in organisms,

from the simplest to the most complex, and identify major
components of each organ system.

1-5 Explain the concept of homeostasis.
1-6 Describe how negative feedback and positive feedback

are involved in homeostatic regulation, and explain the
significance of homeostasis.

1-7 Use anatomical terms to describe body regions, body

sections, and relative positions.

1-8 Identify the major body cavities and their subdivisions,

and describe the functions of each.

Spotlights Clinical Case Clinical Notes

● Levels of Organization pp. 34–35 ● Using A&P to Save a Life p. 28 ● Autopsies and Cadaver Dissection p. 31
● Diagnostic Imaging Techniques pp. 46–47 ● Auscultation p. 40