Anatomical Position and Directional Terms
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What is the purpose of describing body parts and positions using directional terms in the anatomical position?

  • To maintain patient dignity and privacy
  • To promote lung expansion
  • To provide maximum visibility and access
  • To avoid confusion and assume a standard body position (correct)

    • Which position is used for procedures involving the anterior surface of the body, such as the abdomen or thoracic?

  • Fowler’s Position
  • Anatomical Position
  • Physical Assessment Semi-sitting position
  • Supine or Dorsal Recumbent (correct)

    • What is the main risk associated with Fowler’s Position?

  • Lung collapse
  • Nerve damage
  • Skin breakdown (correct)
  • Pressure ulcers

    • In which position is the head of the bed elevated 45-60 degrees for physical assessment?

    <p>Physical Assessment Semi-sitting position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using the anatomical position and directional terms in healthcare?

    <p>To accurately describe body parts and position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which patient position promotes lung expansion by allowing greater chest and lung expansion due to gravity pulling the diaphragm downward?

    <p>Fowler’s Position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which position does the patient lie on the abdomen with head turned to one side and hips not flexed?

    <p>Prone position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position involves the patient being seated or on the side of the bed with an overbed table in front to lean on?

    <p>Orthopneic position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which position does the patient assume a posture halfway between the lateral and prone position?

    <p>Sim’s position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position involves the patient lying on one side of the body with the top leg in front of the bottom leg?

    <p>Lateral/Side-Lying position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the opposite of the Trendelenburg’s position?

    <p>Reverse Trendelenburg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position is used for vaginal delivery or childbirth?

    <p>Lithotomy position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which position is the patient's back correctly aligned and postural drainage of the basal lung lobes provided?

    <p>Trendelenburg’s position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are 70% of all sensory receptors found?

    <p>In the eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Tarsal/Meibomian gland in the eye?

    <p>Secrete a sebum called meibum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the eye is enclosed in a bony orbit for protection?

    <p>Most of the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Ciliary Gland (Gland of Moll) in the eye?

    <p>Produce lipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate size of the opening of the eye?

    <p>1 inch (2.5 cm)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the eye is responsible for equilibrium?

    <p>Ears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Lacrimal Apparatus?

    <p>To produce tears that drain into the Lacrimal Lake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Extrinsic Eye Muscle Lateral Rectus?

    <p>Facilitates lateral side (outward movement)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of Emotional tears?

    <p>Proteins and LEU enkephalin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of frequent blinking?

    <p>To evenly distribute lacrimal fluid in the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tear is produced by CN5?

    <p>Neural tear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Conjunctiva in the eye?

    <p>To lubricate and keep the eyes moist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of LEU enkephalin in emotional tears?

    <p>An opioid component</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Meatus in the Lacrimal Apparatus?

    <p>To drain tears into the Nasolacrimal duct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of Tears?

    <p>Mainly sodium and bicarbonate like plasma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What facilitates the movement of tears down to the cheek?

    <p>Osmotic process of acinar cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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