Learn the multifaceted structures and functions of the cardiovascular, urinary, and respiratory systems. This course is a primer for the cardiovascular, respiratory, and urinary systems in which students learn the pertinent details of the structures and functions through a combination of lectures, videos, labeling activities and quizzes.
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In this anatomy course, part of the Anatomy XSeries, you will explore the interactive relationships of the cardiovascular, respiratory and urinary systems, and the roles they play in your body.
What you'll learn
- Learn the basic structure and function of the cardiovascular system
- Learn the basic structure and function of the respiratory system
- Learn the basic structure and function of the urinary system
Syllabus
CVS I: Blood & Lymphatics
Intro to the cardiovascular system
Blood as a solution
Formed elements
Erythrocyte structure, development, function, and pathologies
Leukocyte types, functions, development, and pathologies
Thrombocyte function
Lymphatic system and circulation
Lymphocytes, cellular immunity, and humoral immunity
Distribution of lymph nodes and routes
CVS II: Heart & Vasculature
Heart layers
External and internal heart failures
Heart cycles and function
Blood flow and structures
Vasculature
Aorta and vena cava branches
Vascular pathologies
Urinary System
Relationship of urinary system and CVS
Urinary anatomy
Kidney structure
Renal vasculature
Ureters
Bladder and urethra
Respiratory System
Intro to the respiratory system
Relationship of respiratory system and CVS
Nose and nasal cavity
Pharynx
Larynx
Bronchial tree and alveoli
Gross features of lungs
Muscle and neural control of respiration
