Basic Anatomy and Physiology
Course Objectives
- Describe the basic organization of the human body.
- Identify the major body systems and their primary functions.
- Explain how anatomy relates to specimen collection and patient care.
- Recognize anatomical structures important for safe venipuncture.
- Apply anatomy and physiology concepts to common phlebotomy procedures.
Course Content
- Course Creator: Kristen Moylen
- Total CE Hours: 1 Credit hour
- Pace Course #: 586-2202-24 until 9/30/2026 ---
586-2802-26 until 9/30/2028
Key Terms:
- Anatomy
- Physiology
Outline:
- Basic Anatomy and Physiology
- Course Objectives
- Key Term
- Anatomical Planes
- Frontal (Coronal) Plane
- Sagittal Plane
- Transverse or Axial Plane
- Anatomical Terms
- Directional Terms
- Movement Terms
- Anatomic Positions
- Body Systems: Skeletal System
- Major Bones
- Joints
- Bone Classifications
- Compact vs. Spongy Bone
- Body Systems: Muscular System
- Skeletal Muscle
- Cardiac Muscle
- Smooth Muscle
- Body Systems: Respiratory System
- Upper Airway
- Epiglottis
- Lower Airway
- The Diaphragm
- Supporting Structures
- Respiratory Function
- Gas Exchange
- Body Systems: Circulatory System
- The Heart
- Coronary Circulation
- Arteries
- Veins
- Veins vs. Arteries
- Blood Components
- Common Venipuncture Sites
- The Heart
- Body Systems: Nervous System
- Divisions of the Nervous System
- Functional Divisions of the Peripheral Nervous System
- Sympathetic vs. Parasympathetic
- Brain Function
- Vasovagal Response
- Body Systems: Integumentary System
- Integumentary System: Layers of the Skin
- Body Systems: Digestive System
- Esophagus and Stomach
- Small Intestine
- Large Intestine
- Liver
- Pancreas
- Body Systems: Endocrine System
- Pancreas and Adrenal Glands
- Hypothalamus and Pineal Gland
- Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands
- Thymus and Gonads
- Pituitary Gland
- Body Systems: Renal System
- Kidneys
- Bladder and Urethra
- Body Systems: Reproductive Systems
- Male Reproductive System
- Female Reproductive System
- Uterus and Vagina
- Ovaries and Fallopian Tubes
- Life Support Chain
- Fundamental Elements
- Cell Environment
- Issues Impacting Fundamental Elements
- Additional Issues Impacting Fundamental Elements
- Special Considerations
- Pediatric Patients
- Geriatric Patients
- Conclusion
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