Anatomy and Physiology - Bit by Bit

Oct 31 2024 51 ep. 30 mins 56

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"Anatomy & Physiology - Bit by Bit" is not only intended for college students taking A&P, it's for anyone who is interested in how the human body is structured and how it functions. Where students are concerned, the goal is "B or better." Whether you're interested in nursing, physical therapy, physician assistant, radiography, etc, a B or better should be the goal to be competitive with other students in your field. Hopefully, these short, pointed discussions will help you understand what you need to be successful. Feel free to email me questions at [email protected].

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Episode 48 - The Cardiac Cycle

Oct 31 2024 24 mins

This episode covers the Cardiac Cycle, which is everything that happens in the heart from the beginning of one heartbeat to the beginning of the next heartbeat. The best visual for this is the Wiggers Diagram, which I have posted on instagram (studenthelp4AP) and twitter (@studenthelp4AP). I recommend using this image to following along. I also answer a question about hydration fr

Episode 47 - Electrical Activity of the Heart

Oct 17 2024 34 mins

Episode 47 covers the electrical activity of the heart as well as explains the ECG. The heart is unique that it generates and conducts its own electrical signals without a need for motor neurons. For an in-depth look at the human heart and the rest of the human body, check out A&P Digital Suite for over 150 A&P tutor videos I've made, study guides, and comprehensive anatomy

Episode 46 - Cardiac Muscle Histology

Sep 24 2024 20 mins

This episode covers the histology of cardiac muscle tissue including how some cardiac muscles cells generate their own electrical signals. This is how the heart beats without being innervated by neurons. I also talk about coronary artery disease and bypass surgery. Remember to email me at [email protected] if you have questions and visit my youtube channel. Tell your professor

Episode 45 - Gross Anatomy Of The Heart

Sep 09 2024 28 mins

Episode 45 covers the gross anatomy of the heart. Whether your in a cadaver lab, dissecting an animal heart, using models, or a digital anatomy program like Anatomy & Physiology Revealed, this episode should help you visualize the human heart and it's most significant structures. For an in-depth look at the human heart and the rest of the human body, check out A&P Digital Suite for

Episode 44 - Capillary Exchange

Jun 11 2024 42 mins

This episode covers capillary exchange, the way our blood delivers and receives materials to and from the tissues. I also invite you to listen to conversations I had with my colleagues at the Annual National Conference of the Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS). I got to talk to professors, authors, publishers, and anatomical model creators. www.judinath.com www.anatomicexcel

Episode 43 - Blood Pressure

Apr 17 2024 35 mins

Today's episode is about blood pressure. It's not just something we avoid, it's essential for our circulatory system to function. We focus on hydrostatic pressure and work out a formula to to calculate resistance to flow. We also discuss coronary artery disease and why it is the leading cause of death in the world. Please feel free to email me with your questions and maybe I'll ans

Episode 42 - Anatomy Of Blood Vessels

Mar 25 2024 36 mins

Today we tackle the anatomy of blood vessels. Arteries, veins, and capillaries, oh my! What are they made of? What does that tissue do? What's the difference between them? All these questions are answered in Episode 42. I also answer a listener question about blood plasma from Eliza in Melbourne, Australia. Don't forget to email me your questions at [email protected] and check

Episode 41 - Triathlete and author of "8 Days til Sunrise" - Jason Dennen

Mar 18 2024 50 mins

In 2018, triathlete and skydiver Jason Dennen was in a catastrophic skydiving accident that put him in a coma for 8 days, broke 20 bones, damaged several organs, and dislodged his heart from the pericardial sac. Doctors were shocked he reached the hospital alive. Within a year of the accident and being told he wouldn't be able to run again, Jason completed a triathlon. This episode

Episode 40 - Leukocytes and Platelets

Mar 11 2024 40 mins

Today's episode focuses on white blood cells (leukocytes) and platelets (thrombocytes). We touch on their formation, anatomy, and function. We also discuss a little about hemophilia, when blood doesn't clot. Please feel free to email me with your questions at [email protected]. Also, check out my youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/StudentHelp4AP

Episode 39 - Blood, Erythrocytes, & Blood Type

Mar 05 2024 32 mins

In this episode we begin our coverage of the circulatory system with some general information, functions, and an introduction to blood. We discuss red blood cells (erythrocytes), their production, and blood type. I also answer a listener question about hormone-disrupting chemicals. The website I used as a source for that answer is https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/endo