20 Questions
What do the terms superior and inferior refer to in anatomical direction?
Upper and lower ends of the body
What is the term for structures located on the same side of the body?
Ipsilateral
What is the term for structures located on opposite sides of the body?
Contralateral
What do the terms internal and external refer to in anatomical direction?
Relative distance from the center of an organ or cavity
What is the anatomical position of the body when lying on its back?
Supine
What is the anatomical position of the body when lying face downward?
Prone
What do the terms superficial and deep refer to in anatomical direction?
Relative distances from the surface of the body
What is the term for a structure located closer to the midline of the body?
Medial
What is the term for a structure located farther away from the midline of the body?
Lateral
What is the term for a structure located in front of another structure?
Anterior
The term inferior denotes a structure that is closer to the upper end of the body.
False
The external carotid artery is found inside the cranial cavity.
False
The term contralateral refers to structures located on the same side of the body.
False
The supine position of the body is lying face downward.
False
The term ipsilateral refers to structures located on opposite sides of the body.
False
The term superior denotes a structure that is closer to the lower end of the body.
False
The internal carotid artery is found outside the cranial cavity.
False
The prone position of the body is lying on the back.
False
The term deep denotes a structure that is closer to the surface of the body.
False
The term superficial denotes a structure that is farther away from the surface of the body.
False
Learn the basics of anatomy, including the nomenclature to describe areas of the body, providing orientation, and distinguishing different movements. Understand the science of the structure and function of the body, and its relation to medicine and health sciences.
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