10 Questions
What does the term 'superior' denote in anatomical direction?
A structure is relatively high or upper in the body
What is the term for the same side of the body?
Ipsilateral
What denotes the relative distances of structures from the surface of the body?
Superficial and deep
What position is the body in when lying on its back?
Supine
What is the opposite of ipsilateral?
Contralateral
What determines the relative distance of a structure from the center of an organ or cavity?
Internal and external
What is the term for lying face downward?
Prone
What does the term 'inferior' denote in anatomical direction?
A structure is relatively low or lower in the body
What describes the relative distance of a structure from the center of an organ or cavity?
Internal and external
What is the term for opposite sides of the body?
Contralateral
Study Notes
Anatomy Objectives
- To develop a distinct nomenclature for describing areas of the body
- To provide orientation when describing parts of human anatomy
- To distinguish different movements of the body
Basic Anatomy
- Anatomy is the science of the structure and function of the body
- Clinical anatomy studies the macroscopic structure and function of the body as it relates to medicine and other health sciences
- Basic anatomy studies the minimal amount of anatomy necessary for understanding the overall structure and function of the body
Anatomical Position
- The anatomical position is a standard reference point for describing the human body
- In this position, the body is erect, eyes face forward, arms are by the sides with palms facing forward, and legs are together with feet directed forward
Planes of the Body
- Median sagittal plane: a vertical plane passing through the center of the body, dividing it into equal right and left halves
- Paramedian planes: planes parallel to the median plane
- Sagittal plane: divides the body into left and right halves
- Frontal (coronal) planes: imaginary vertical planes at right angles to the median plane, dividing the body into anterior and posterior parts
- Horizontal (transverse) planes: at right angles to both the median and coronal planes, dividing the body into superior and inferior parts
Terms of Orientation and Direction
- Anterior: towards the front of the body
- Posterior: towards the back of the body
- Medial: towards the median plane of the body
- Lateral: away from the median plane of the body
- Proximal: closer to the roots of the limbs
- Distal: farther from the roots of the limbs
- Superficial: closer to the surface of the body
- Deep: farther from the surface of the body
- Internal: inside an organ or cavity
- External: outside an organ or cavity
- Ipsilateral: on the same side of the body
- Contralateral: on opposite sides of the body
Body Positions
- Supine position: lying on the back
- Prone position: lying face downward
This quiz covers the basics of anatomy, including areas of the body, orientation, and movements. It's essential for understanding the structure and function of the human body and its relation to medical practice.
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