5 Questions
What is the anatomical term for 'towards the front'?
Anterior
Which anatomical term describes a point closer to the midsagittal plane than another?
Medial
What is the function of skin as an organ?
Storage of lipids and water
What percentage of body weight does skin account for?
12%
'Distal' refers to a point that is:
Away from the root
Study Notes
Anatomical Directions
- The anatomical term for 'towards the front' is anterior.
- The term medial describes a point closer to the midsagittal plane than another.
- The term distal refers to a point that is further away from the point of attachment or trunk.
Skin as an Organ
- The skin functions as an organ, performing multiple functions.
- Skin accounts for approximately 15% of body weight.
Test your knowledge of anatomical position and terminology with this quiz designed for nursing students. Explore concepts such as anterior, posterior, superior, inferior, and proximal in relation to the human body.
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