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Which directional term would you use to describe the position of the elbow relative to the wrist?
Which directional term would you use to describe the position of the elbow relative to the wrist?
- Proximal (correct)
- Lateral
- Superior
- Distal
In anatomical position, the palms are facing in which direction, and the thumbs are pointed in which direction?
In anatomical position, the palms are facing in which direction, and the thumbs are pointed in which direction?
- Palms face backward; thumbs point towards the midline.
- Palms face forward; thumbs point away from the body. (correct)
- Palms face sideward; thumbs point upward.
- Palms face inward; thumbs point downward.
Which of the following is an example of the organ system level of organization?
Which of the following is an example of the organ system level of organization?
- The stomach breaking down food.
- Cardiac muscle tissue contracting to pump blood.
- Epithelial cells lining the small intestine.
- The coordinated action of the digestive system to break down and absorb nutrients. (correct)
What region of the body is directly inferior to the thorax?
What region of the body is directly inferior to the thorax?
A surgeon makes an incision 'superior to the umbilical region'. Where is the incision located?
A surgeon makes an incision 'superior to the umbilical region'. Where is the incision located?
If something is described as ipsilateral to the left eye, on which side of the body is it?
If something is described as ipsilateral to the left eye, on which side of the body is it?
A neurologist is examining a patient who has lost sensation in their hallux. Which part of the body is affected?
A neurologist is examining a patient who has lost sensation in their hallux. Which part of the body is affected?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between microscopic anatomy and histology?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between microscopic anatomy and histology?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the carpal region and the antebrachial region?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the carpal region and the antebrachial region?
Why is the presence of both epithelial and connective tissue crucial for classifying a structure as an organ?
Why is the presence of both epithelial and connective tissue crucial for classifying a structure as an organ?
If a researcher is studying the arrangement of muscle tissues within the heart, which field of anatomy is being utilized?
If a researcher is studying the arrangement of muscle tissues within the heart, which field of anatomy is being utilized?
In a four-legged animal, which of the following directional terms is most appropriately used in place of anterior?
In a four-legged animal, which of the following directional terms is most appropriately used in place of anterior?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an organ?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an organ?
A patient complains of pain in the region around their knee. Which of the following terms should the doctor use to document the area of pain?
A patient complains of pain in the region around their knee. Which of the following terms should the doctor use to document the area of pain?
Considering the structural organization of the human body, which level comes directly after the cellular level?
Considering the structural organization of the human body, which level comes directly after the cellular level?
Which of the following lists the levels of structural organization in the correct order, from simplest to most complex?
Which of the following lists the levels of structural organization in the correct order, from simplest to most complex?
If a new imaging technique allowed doctors to view the arrangement of atoms within a molecule, which level of structural organization would they be observing directly?
If a new imaging technique allowed doctors to view the arrangement of atoms within a molecule, which level of structural organization would they be observing directly?
Which plane would divide the nose and the chin into equal halves?
Which plane would divide the nose and the chin into equal halves?
A surgeon needs to access the liver. Through which serous membrane layer must the incision be made?
A surgeon needs to access the liver. Through which serous membrane layer must the incision be made?
Which of the following is an example of studying anatomy at the gross anatomy level?
Which of the following is an example of studying anatomy at the gross anatomy level?
Which of the following structures is located within the mediastinum?
Which of the following structures is located within the mediastinum?
About how many cells are estimated to be in the human body?
About how many cells are estimated to be in the human body?
Which four elements make up more than 90% of the human body's mass?
Which four elements make up more than 90% of the human body's mass?
What is the primary function of the serous fluid found between the visceral and parietal layers of serous membranes?
What is the primary function of the serous fluid found between the visceral and parietal layers of serous membranes?
Which of the following organs is considered to be located retroperitoneally?
Which of the following organs is considered to be located retroperitoneally?
A doctor examines a tissue sample from the lining of the respiratory tract. What type of membrane is the doctor most likely examining?
A doctor examines a tissue sample from the lining of the respiratory tract. What type of membrane is the doctor most likely examining?
Which body cavity houses the spinal cord?
Which body cavity houses the spinal cord?
If a doctor orders a 'cross-section' of the abdomen, which plane will the imaging be aligned to?
If a doctor orders a 'cross-section' of the abdomen, which plane will the imaging be aligned to?
How are the Abdominal and the Pelvic cavities connected?
How are the Abdominal and the Pelvic cavities connected?
Which of the following represents the correct order of layers when puncturing the lung, starting from the most superficial?
Which of the following represents the correct order of layers when puncturing the lung, starting from the most superficial?
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Anatomy
Anatomy
The study of the structure of the human body.
Gross anatomy
Gross anatomy
Study of body structures visible to the naked eye.
Microscopic anatomy
Microscopic anatomy
Study of structures observed only under a microscope.
Histology
Histology
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Chemical level
Chemical level
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Cellular level
Cellular level
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Tissue level
Tissue level
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Organ level
Organ level
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Epithelial tissue
Epithelial tissue
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Connective tissue
Connective tissue
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Coronal/frontal plane
Coronal/frontal plane
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Sagittal plane
Sagittal plane
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Median/midsagittal plane
Median/midsagittal plane
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Transverse plane
Transverse plane
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Oblique plane
Oblique plane
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Mucous membranes
Mucous membranes
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Serous membranes
Serous membranes
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Dorsal body cavity
Dorsal body cavity
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Abdominopelvic cavity
Abdominopelvic cavity
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Visceral vs Parietal serosa
Visceral vs Parietal serosa
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Organ system level
Organ system level
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Organismal level
Organismal level
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Anatomical position
Anatomical position
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Superior/cranial
Superior/cranial
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Inferior/caudal
Inferior/caudal
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Medial
Medial
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Lateral
Lateral
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Proximal
Proximal
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Distal
Distal
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Axial region
Axial region
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Study Notes
Chapter 1 - Orientation of the Human Body
- Anatomy is the study of the human body's structure.
- Gross anatomy involves structures visible with the naked eye, like during dissections.
- Microscopic anatomy involves structures viewed with a microscope, such as in histology (study of tissues).
- Surface anatomy refers to structures visible on the body's surface.
- Structural organization hierarchy starts with atoms forming molecules, then cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and culminating in the organism (whole body).
- Chemical level: Over 90% of the human body is composed of four elements: Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), and Nitrogen (N).
- Cellular level: The human body contains 50-100 trillion cells. Millions of cells die and are formed every minute.
- Tissue level: Tissues consist of similar cells performing a shared function, including epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue.
- Organ level: Organs are discrete structures with defined borders and composed of two or more tissues. Examples include blood vessels, bones, and organs forming organ systems.
- Organ system level: Multiple organs working together; an example is the cardiovascular system.
- Organismal level: Complete interdependence of all simpler levels working together.
Anatomical Position and Directional Terms
- Anatomical position: Standing erect, feet together, palms forward, thumbs pointed away from the body. This is the standard reference point for directional terms.
- Superior/cranial: Towards the head.
- Inferior/caudal: Away from the head.
- Anterior/ventral: Towards the front.
- Posterior/dorsal: Towards the back.
- Medial: Towards the midline.
- Lateral: Away from the midline.
- Proximal: Closer to the point of attachment of a limb.
- Distal: Further from the point of attachment of a limb.
- Superficial: Closer to the body's surface.
- Deep: Further away from the body's surface.
- Ipsilateral: On the same side of the body.
- Contralateral: On opposite sides of the body.
Body Regions and Regions of the Body
- Axial region: Head, neck, and trunk; parts of the body along the longitudinal axis.
- Subdivisions of the axial region; Cephalic(head), Cervical(neck), Thorax(chest), Abdominal, and Back/dorsal (vertebral).
- Appendicular region: Upper and lower limbs, attached to the axial region (forearms and lower legs). Subdivisions of appendicular region; acromial(shoulder) and Brachial(arm).
- Regional terms are used for precise location; this includes specific locations in the body (e.g., inguinal).
Body Planes and Sections
- Coronal/frontal plane: Divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections.
- Sagittal plane: A vertical plane that divides the body into left and right portions (the median/midsagittal plane divides the body down the middle)
- Transverse plane: A horizontal plane that divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) sections (also called a cross-section).
- Oblique plane: A diagonal plane.
Body Cavities
- Body cavities: Internal spaces that house and protect internal organs.
- Dorsal cavity: Protects the nervous system; subdivided into Cranial cavity and Vertebral cavity.
- Ventral cavity: The general category to larger cavities that house internal organs; subdivided in the Thoracic cavity and Abdominopelvic cavity (which includes abdominal and pelvic cavities).
- Other cavities include Cranial, Thoracic, Pleural, Pericardial, and Peritoneal.
- Membranes: Line body cavities and cover organs within to reduce friction. - Types include mucous membrane and serous membranes.
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Explore human anatomy, from gross to microscopic levels. Understand the structural organization, including chemical, cellular, tissue, and organ levels. Learn about the basic elements and tissues that compose the human body.
