Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a method of determining body composition?

Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA)

Skinfold thickness measurements

Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)

Body Mass Index (BMI)

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Understand the concept of body composition: Body composition refers to the proportion of fat, muscle, bone, and other tissues in the body. Methods for determining body composition are designed to measure these proportions directly or indirectly.

Review the listed methods: Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), skinfold thickness measurements, and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) are all established techniques for assessing body composition. Each method has its own mechanism for measuring fat and lean tissue.

Clarify the role of Body Mass Index (BMI): BMI is a calculation based on weight and height, expressed as \( \text{BMI} = \frac{\text{weight (kg)}}{\text{height (m)}^2} \). It provides a general indication of whether an individual is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese, but it does not measure body composition directly.

Compare BMI to body composition methods: Unlike BIA, skinfold measurements, and DEXA, BMI does not differentiate between fat, muscle, and other tissues. It is a simple screening tool rather than a method for determining body composition.

Conclude that BMI is not a method for determining body composition: Based on the comparison, BMI is excluded as it does not provide detailed information about the proportions of fat, muscle, and other tissues in the body.