Anatomic Position and Planes Flashcards
1
Q
What is the anatomic position for a dog?
A
The dog stands erect on all four limbs, facing left, with its tail slightly raised.
2
Q
What is any plane parallel to the median plane called?
A
Sagittal plane.
2
Q
What plane divides the body into cranial and caudal parts?
A
Transverse plane.
3
Q
Which plane divides the body into equal right and left halves?
A
Median plane.
4
Q
Which plane is at right angles to both the median and transverse planes?
A
Dorsal plane.
