Questions and Answers
Which of the following regions is NOT part of the upper limb?
What region is located in the neck?
Which pair correctly identifies the regions under the trunk classification?
Which of the following is a term associated with the lower limb?
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Which region includes the umbilical area?
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Study Notes
Body Regions Overview
- The human body is divided into specific regions for identification and descriptive purposes.
Head
- Frontal: Pertaining to the forehead area.
- Orbital: Relates to the eye sockets (orbits).
- Nasal: Refers to the region of the nose.
- Oral: Pertains to the mouth area.
- Otic: Involves the ears.
- Mental: Relates to the chin.
Neck
- Cervical: Refers to the neck region, connecting the head to the trunk.
Trunk
- Pectoral: Relates to the chest area.
- Axillary: Refers to the armpit region.
- Brachial: Relates to the upper arm.
- Abdominal: Pertains to the abdominal area; commonly referencing the belly.
- Umbilical: Refers to the navel or belly button region.
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Pelvic: Involves the pelvis, further divided into:
- Inguinal: Pertains to the groin area.
- Pubic: Relates to the pubic region.
- Sternal: Pertains to the breastbone area.
- Mammary: Relates to the breast region.
Upper Limb
- Antecubital: Pertains to the front of the elbow.
- Antebrachial: Refers to the forearm.
- Carpal: Involves the wrist region.
- Palmer: Pertains to the palm of the hand.
- Digital: Refers to the fingers.
- Manual: Relates to the entire hand.
Lower Limb
- Coxal: Pertains to the hip region.
- Femoral: Refers to the thigh.
- Patellar: Pertains to the knee area.
- Crural: Relates to the leg.
- Talus: Refers to the ankle region.
- Dorsum/Pedal: Pertains to the top of the foot.
- Digital: Refers to the toes.
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Description
Test your knowledge about the various regions of the human body, including the head, neck, trunk, and limbs. This quiz covers anatomical terminology and the specific areas within each region. Perfect for students studying anatomy or health sciences.
