3.2 - Introduction to Anatomy

Question 1

Describe the anatomical position.

Answer 1

Standing with palms facing outwards

Question 2

What is the standard position used to describe the location of organs in relation to each other?

Answer 2

Anatomical position (i.e., standing with arms facing forward)

Question 3

How do x-rays work?

Answer 3

X-rays pass over the body and are absorbed by denser tissues, which appear white

Question 4

What type of tissues are best detected by x-rays?

Answer 4

Bone

Question 5

What type of waves generate an ultrasound?

Answer 5

High-frequency sound waves

Question 6

How do CT scans work?

Answer 6

Takes x-rays from different angles to generate a 3-D image

Question 7

What type of waves generate an MRI scan?

Answer 7

1. Magnetic

2. Radio

Question 8

What type of tissues are best detected by MRI scans?

Answer 8

Tissues with high water content

Question 9

List 2 traits that distinguish a PET scan from other types of scans.

Answer 9

1. Use of dyes

2. Reveals metabolic changes