Anatomy and Physiology Concepts

Front

What do platelets do?

Back

Causes blood to clot and form scabs.

Front

What is the term for 'away from midline'?

Back

Lateral

Front

What bone is shown in red?

Back

Femur

Front

Which statement is false regarding the anatomical position?

Back

The head is turned towards the left.

Front

__________ are small, colourless cell fragments in our blood that form clots and stop or prevent bleeding.

Back

Platelets

Front

What is the function of red blood cells?

Back

Carries oxygen throughout the body.

Front

What is the anatomical position?

Back

Standing erect, facing forward, arms at the sides with palms facing forward.

Front

What is the term for 'toward the head'?

Back

Superior

Front

What is the term for 'toward the feet'?

Back

Inferior

Front

What is the role of plasma in blood?

Back

Transports nutrients, hormones, and waste products.