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Human Anatomy Introduction

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What is the purpose of anatomical terminology?

To detail the exact measurements of the human body

To classify the different types of planes in the body

To describe the functions of the organs in the body

To provide a standardized way of describing the human body (correct)

In the anatomical position, where are the palms of the hand facing?

Towards the front of the body (correct)

Towards the back of the body

Towards the ceiling

Towards the sides of the body

What is the purpose of anatomical planes?

To classify the different types of muscles in the body

To describe the directions of the body

To divide the body into sections for easy description of organs (correct)

To provide a framework for understanding the skeletal system

What does the term 'medial' refer to in anatomical directions?

Toward or nearer the midline of the body Signup and view all the answers

What type of plane runs along the midline of the body?

Median (Sagittal) plane Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'anterior' refer to in anatomical directions?

Towards the front of the body Signup and view all the answers

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

structures near to the surface of the body Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the body position where the body is lying on its back?

Supine position Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'ipsilateral' mean in anatomical directions?

structures on the same side of the body Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the direction towards the little finger side of the upper limb?

Ulnar Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'distal' refer to in anatomical directions of the limbs?

structures away from the attachment of the limb to the trunk Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the dorsal surface of the hand?

Dorsum Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the movement of a joint that involves bending?

Flexion Signup and view all the answers

Which type of rotation occurs when the palm of the hand moves towards the back?

Pronation Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the movement of a part of the body towards the middle line?

Adduction Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the combination of flexion, abduction, extension, and adduction?

Circumduction Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the movement of the sole of the foot towards the outside?

Eversion Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for spreading the fingers or toes away from the long axis of the middle finger or second toe?

Abduction Signup and view all the answers