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What is the primary function of the diaphragm in relation to body cavities?

  • To protect the heart and lungs
  • To provide movement for the lungs
  • To facilitate blood circulation
  • To separate the thoracic and abdominal cavities (correct)

Which cavity is primarily responsible for housing most of the gastrointestinal tract?

  • Abdominal cavity (correct)
  • Thoracic cavity
  • Cranial cavity
  • Pelvic cavity

What anatomical position is characterized by the body lying face up?

  • Supine position (correct)
  • Lateral decubitus position
  • Prone position
  • Erect position

Which of the following structures is NOT found within the thoracic cavity?

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What is the orientation of the axial plane in relation to the human body?

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Which anatomical position is described as the body lying on its side?

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What does the pelvic cavity primarily contain?

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What does the term 'superior' refer to in anatomical positioning?

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Which of the following best describes the thoracic cavity?

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Which term describes a position nearer to the root of the limb?

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What does the term 'lateral' mean in anatomical terms?

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Which term correctly defines a position lower than another structure?

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If a body part is described as 'medial', where is it located?

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Which of the following pairs of terms contrasts in anatomical position?

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Which is the correct description for 'distal' in anatomical terminology?

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Which anatomical position is described as 'exactly in the middle line'?

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What type of plane divides the body into equal left and right halves?

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Which plane divides the body into anterior and posterior parts?

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What is the name of the plane that divides the body into unequal right and left parts?

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Which plane separates the body into upper and lower halves?

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What is another term for the parasagittal plane?

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What is the anatomical position characterized by?

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Which layer of the skin is responsible for making it waterproof?

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In which position does the human body lie on its back?

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What does the term 'prone position' refer to?

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Which component is NOT part of the dermis?

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How are the thumbs positioned in the anatomical position?

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Which system is NOT considered a major system of the human body?

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In a lateral decubitus position, the human body is positioned how?

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The epidermal ridges are primarily responsible for which of the following?

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Which of the following statements best describes the function of collagen fibers in the skin?

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What is the primary function of the axial skeleton?

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Which of the following bones is NOT part of the axial skeleton?

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How many bones are there in the human vertebral column?

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Which type of joint is characterized by bones connected by fibrous tissue?

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What is the total number of cranial bones in the human skull?

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What are the two main components of the appendicular skeleton?

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Which of the following is considered a component of the pectoral girdle?

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How many pairs of ribs does the human body have?

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What type of joints allow for the most movement among the joint classifications?

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Which of the following is part of the upper extremity?

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What type of joint is found between the teeth and jawbone?

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Which part of the body does the pelvic girdle include?

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What is the primary role of the rib cage?

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Which type of muscle is characterized by voluntary contraction and striation?

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What type of muscle is found in the walls of blood vessels and is classified as involuntary?

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Which muscle type has a striation pattern that is less pronounced than skeletal muscle?

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What is the primary function of the tricuspid valve in the heart?

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Which part of the aorta is responsible for carrying oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body?

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Which of the following arteries lies in front of the leg?

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What type of blood do veins primarily carry?

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Where is the internal jugular vein located?

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Which artery supplies blood to the lower limb?

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What is the role of valves in the veins?

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Which vein drains blood from the lower body back to the heart?

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What is the primary function of the ascending aorta?

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Which of the following is NOT a component of the heart?

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Flashcards

Midsagittal plane

An imaginary vertical plane that divides the body into equal right and left halves.

Parasagittal plane

A vertical plane that divides the body into unequal right and left halves.

Coronal plane

A vertical plane that divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) parts.

Horizontal plane

A plane that divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) portions.

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Planes of section

Imaginary two-dimensional flat surfaces that are used to divide a three-dimensional object for analysis.

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Superior

Nearer to the upper end of the body.

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Inferior

Nearer to the lower end of the body.

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Median

Exactly in the middle line or plane.

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Medial

Nearer to the median plane.

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Lateral

Away from the median plane.

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Proximal

Nearer to the root of a limb.

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Distal

Away from the root of a limb.

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Axial/Transverse plane

A horizontal plane that divides the human body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) parts.

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Body cavities

Internal spaces within the body, subdivided into thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities.

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Thoracic cavity

The upper body cavity containing the heart, lungs, trachea, esophagus, blood vessels, and nerves.

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Abdominal cavity

The cavity that contains organs like the stomach, intestines, kidneys, and adrenal glands.

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Pelvic cavity

Located below the abdominal cavity, containing parts of the reproductive and urinary systems.

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Anatomical erect position

The standard position used for describing body structures; standing upright, facing forward, arms at the sides, palms forward.

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Supine position

Lying on the back.

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Prone position

Lying on the stomach.

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Anatomical Position

A standardized position of the body with the following characteristics: standing erect, eyes forward, upper limbs hanging by the sides, palms facing forward, and thumbs directed laterally.

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Lateral Decubitus Position

The body lies on its side, either left or right.

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Axial Skeleton

The central axis of the skeleton, including the skull, vertebral column, ribs, and sternum.

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Appendicular Skeleton

The bones of the limbs and their attachments to the axial skeleton, including the shoulder girdle, pelvic girdle, and bones of the arms and legs.

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Skull

The bony framework of the head that protects the brain and forms the face.

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Mandible

The lower jawbone, the only movable bone in the skull.

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Sternum

The breastbone, a flat bone located in the center of the chest.

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Ribs

Long, curved bones that form the rib cage, protecting the heart and lungs.

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Vertebral Column

A series of bones called vertebrae stacked on top of each other, forming the backbone.

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Cervical Vertebrae

The first 7 vertebrae in the vertebral column, located in the neck.

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Thoracic Vertebrae

The next 12 vertebrae in the vertebral column, located in the chest area.

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Lumbar Vertebrae

The 5 bottommost vertebrae in the vertebral column, located in the lower back.

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Sacrum

A triangular bone formed from 5 fused vertebrae, located at the base of the spine.

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Coccyx

The tailbone, a small bone formed from 4 fused vertebrae at the end of the spine.

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Thoracic Cage

The bony framework of the chest, comprised of the ribs, sternum, and thoracic vertebrae, that protects the heart and lungs.

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Pectoral Girdle

The bones that attach the upper limbs to the axial skeleton, consisting of the clavicle and scapula.

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Clavicle

The collarbone, an anterior bone of the shoulder girdle.

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Muscle Types

There are three types of muscles in the human body: skeletal (striated), smooth, and cardiac.

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Skeletal Muscle

Skeletal muscle is attached to bones and is responsible for voluntary movement. It has striations, giving it a striped appearance.

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Smooth Muscle

Smooth muscle is found in the walls of blood vessels and internal organs. It's involuntary, meaning you don't consciously control it. It lacks striations.

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Cardiac Muscle

Cardiac muscle is found only in the heart. It's involuntary, and while it has striations, they're less prominent than in skeletal muscle.

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Valves of the Heart

The heart contains four valves: the tricuspid, pulmonary, mitral, and aortic.

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Tricuspid and Pulmonary Valves

These two valves are located in the right ventricle of the heart.

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Mitral and Aortic Valves

These two valves are located in the left ventricle of the heart.

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Arteries

Arteries are blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body's tissues.

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Aorta

The aorta is the largest artery in the body. It has three parts: ascending, arch, and descending.

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Arteries of Abdomen and Pelvis

These arteries supply blood to the abdomen and pelvic regions.

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Arteries of Lower Limb

These arteries supply blood to the legs and feet.

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Arteries of Upper Limb

These arteries supply blood to the arms and hands.

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Big Veins of the Human Body

The body has major veins that collect blood from various parts.

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Veins of Thorax

These veins collect blood from the chest region.

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Veins of Abdomen and Pelvis

These veins collect blood from the abdomen and pelvic regions.

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Study Notes

Anatomical Terminology

  • Directional Terms are used to describe the position of structures in the body in relation to other structures.
  • Anterior (Ventral): In front.
  • Posterior (Dorsal): Behind.
  • Superior (Cranial): Towards the head.
  • Inferior (Caudal): Towards the feet.
  • Medial: Towards the midline of the body.
  • Lateral: Away from the midline of the body.
  • Proximal: Closer to the point of origin or attachment.
  • Distal: Further from the point of origin or attachment.
  • Superficial: Closer to the surface of the body.
  • Deep: Further from the surface of the body.
  • Internal (Inner): Inside an organ or structure.
  • External (Outer): Outside an organ or structure.

Planes of the Body

  • Sagittal Plane: Divides the body into right and left halves.
    • Median Plane: A specific sagittal plane passing through the midline of the body, dividing it into equal halves.
    • Parasagittal Plane: A sagittal plane that is offset from the midline.
  • Coronal (Frontal) Plane: Divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) portions.
  • Horizontal (Transverse) Plane: Divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) portions.
  • Axial Plane: Another term for the horizontal plane, dividing the body into superior and inferior components, or cross-sectional view along the body length

Body Cavities

  • Body Cavities are spaces within the body that house internal organs.
  • Dorsal Cavity: Contains the brain and spinal cord.
    • Cranial Cavity: Houses the brain.
    • Spinal Cavity: Encloses the spinal cord.
  • Ventral Cavity: Contains the organs of the digestive, respiratory, circulatory, and excretory systems.
    • Thoracic Cavity: Contains the heart, lungs, esophagus, trachea and major blood vessels.
      • Pleural Cavities: Surround the lungs.
      • Mediastinum: Middle section of the thoracic cavity; between the lungs.
      • Pericardial Cavity: Surrounds the heart.
    • Abdominal Cavity: Contains the digestive organs, kidneys, and adrenal glands.
    • Pelvic Cavity: Contains the urinary bladder, reproductive organs, and the rectum.
    • Abdominopelvic Cavity: Combined area of both abdominal and pelvic cavities.

Anatomical Positions

  • Anatomical Erect Position: The standard reference position for the human body.
    • Body is standing upright
    • Eyes are looking forward
    • Arms are hanging by the sides
    • Palms of the hands are facing forward
    • Feet are flat on the floor and pointing forward.
  • Supine Position: Body lying face up.
  • Prone Position: Body lying face down.
  • Lateral Decubitus Position: Body lying on its side (right or left).
  • Lithotomy Position: Body lying on its back with legs raised and separated.

Major Systems of the Body

  • Integumentary, Skeletal, Articular, Muscular, Cardiovascular, Lymphatic, Respiratory, Digestive, Endocrine, Urinary, Reproductive, and Nervous.

Skeletal System

  • Classification of bones based on position.
    • Axial Skeleton: Forms the central axis of the body (skull, vertebral column, ribs, sternum).
    • Appendicular Skeleton: Forms the appendages or limbs (upper and lower limbs attached via the pectoral and pelvic girdles)
  • Specific bones are listed for each skeleton, e.g., skull, mandible, ribs, sternum, vertebrae.

Articulare System (Joints)

  • Classification of Joints:
    • Fibrous Joints: Fixed joints where bones are connected by fibrous tissue.
      • Sutures: Present in the skull
      • Syndesmoses: Present in inferior tibiofibular joint
      • Gomphoses: Present in teeth
    • Cartilaginous Joints: Joints where bones are connected by cartilage
      • Primary Cartilaginous Joints: Temporary joints between growth plates (epiphysis and diaphysis). - Example: Intervertebral disc, Symphysis public
      • Secondary Cartilaginous Joints: Permanent joints of cartilage (hyaline).
    • Synovial Joints: Joints that freely move.

Synovial Joint Characteristics

  • Fibrous Capsule
  • Articular Cartilage
  • Synovial membrane
  • Synovial fluid
  • Ligaments

Upper Extremity Bones

  • Humerus, Radius, Ulna, Carpals, Metacarpals, Phalanges

Lower Extremity Bones

  • Femur, Tibia, Fibula, Patella, Tarsals, Metatarsals, Phalanges

Muscular System

  • Three types of Muscles
    • Skeletal
    • Smooth
    • Cardiac
  • The specifics of each muscle type (attached, position, contraction) are noted.

Cardiovascular System

  • Details about the heart and blood vessels (Arteries, Veins).
  • Specific components of arteries (Aorta - Ascending, Arch, Descending) and also arteries in abdomen and pelvis; and arteries of lower and upper limbs and veins of the body are noted.

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