Anatomic Reference: Body Planes Flashcards

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anatomy

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study of the structures of the body

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physiology

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study of functions of the structures of the body

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anatomic position

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  • standing up straight so the body is erect and facing forward
  • holding the arms at he side with hand turned so palms face toward the front
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vertical plane

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up and down at right angle to the ground or horizon

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sagittal plane

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divides the body into unequal right and left portions

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midsagittal plane (midline)

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divides the body into equal left and right halves (A)

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frontal (coronal) plane

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vertical plane that divides the body intro front (anterior) and back (posterior) portions at right angles to the sagittal plane

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horizontal plane

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parallel to the ground or horizon

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transverse plane

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divides the body into upper (superior) and lower (inferior) portions, it can be at the waits or any level in the body

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