Category: Anatomy

  • Pediatric and Adult Anatomy for Healthcare Providers

    It is evident that there are many differences between adults and children. When people grow up, not only their body but also their brain structure changes. This is one reason why kids and adults are treated by various medical specialists. Consequently, it is quite essential for healthcare providers to be aware of the differences between…

  • Pediatric and Adult Anatomy for Healthcare Providers

    It is evident that there are many differences between adults and children. When people grow up, not only their body but also their brain structure changes. This is one reason why kids and adults are treated by various medical specialists. Consequently, it is quite essential for healthcare providers to be aware of the differences between…

  • Applications of Anatomy and Physiology

    For this laboratory I would like to focus on some assessment tools that can allow us to greatly enhance our prescription of exercise. There are a multitude of assessments that can be utilized in fitness and wellness to assess function. We have discussed several throughout this course and recently you learned about some in this…

  • The Human Heart as a Pivotal Organ in Human Anatomy

    Table of Contents Introduction A brief overview of the heart The heart and homeostasis Structure and functions of the heart Unique features of the heart Impact of the heart on other body systems Importance of studying the heart Areas of contention Conclusion References Introduction The medical field has made significant advances over the years which…

  • Anatomy and Physiology of the Heart: The Importance for Medical Professionals

    Anatomy and physiology of the heart are essential to every medical professional, and they are the cornerstones to providing effective treatment to patients. Without a deeper understanding of the cardiac system, health professionals cannot truly assess, diagnose, and treat an illness. In this context, anatomy is the study of the heart structures, which comprise what…

  • The Anatomical Structures of the Digestive System

    Table of Contents Anatomical Structure and Functions Accessory Organs in Digestion Chemical Reactions References Anatomical Structure and Functions Having a rather complicated structure, the human digestive system consists of eight distinctive parts, namely, the mouth, the esophagus, the stomach, the small intestine, and the large intestine (Kibble & Halsey, 2020, p. 321). The nature of…

  • Osteogenesis Imperfecta as Pathology in Anatomy

    Table of Contents Summary Cause of the Disease Signs and Symptoms Types of the Disease Laboratory Findings Treatment Diet Prognosis References Summary Bone abnormality, known as osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), is a congenital (existing at birth) hereditary condition. It is commonly referred to as brittle bone disease, and the severity of the symptoms and signs can…