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

Directional Terms: Depth Within the Body

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Directional Terms: Depth Within the Body

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly orders the terms from superficial to deep?

Muscle, subcutaneous tissue, dermis, epidermis

Dermis, epidermis, muscle, subcutaneous tissue

Subcutaneous tissue, muscle, epidermis, dermis

Epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle

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Understand the anatomical layers of the body: The skin consists of two main layers, the epidermis (outermost layer) and the dermis (beneath the epidermis). Below the skin lies the subcutaneous tissue, which is primarily composed of fat and connective tissue. Beneath the subcutaneous tissue is the muscle layer.

Identify the order of layers from superficial (closest to the surface) to deep (farthest from the surface). Superficial structures are closer to the external environment, while deeper structures are located further inside the body.

Start with the outermost layer, the epidermis, which is the superficial layer of the skin and provides a protective barrier.

Next, move to the dermis, which lies directly beneath the epidermis and contains connective tissue, blood vessels, and nerve endings.

Continue to the subcutaneous tissue, which lies beneath the dermis and serves as insulation and cushioning. Finally, identify the muscle layer, which is the deepest structure in this sequence.