Basic Anatomy Introduction

In the anatomical position, what is the orientation of the palms?

What is the term for a structure that lies nearer to the median plane of the body than another?

What is the name of the plane that divides the body into equal right and left halves?

What is the branch of anatomy that studies the structure and function of the body as it relates to the practice of medicine?

In the anatomical position, how are the legs positioned?

What is the term for a plane situated to one or the other side of the median plane and parallel to it?

What does the term 'superficial' refer to in anatomical terminology?

Which artery is located outside the cranial cavity?

What does the term 'ipsilateral' refer to?

What is the term for the position of the body when lying on the back?

Which term is used to describe structures located near the center of an organ or cavity?

What is the term for the position of the body when lying face downward?

What is the function of the Coronal Planes in the human body?

What is the term used to describe the front of the body?

In describing the hand, what terms are used in place of anterior and posterior?

What is the term used to describe a structure that is closer to the roots of the limbs?

What is the function of the Horizontal, or Transverse, Planes in the human body?

What is the term used to describe a structure that is farther away from the roots of the limbs?