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
3
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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
4
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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)
7
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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
8
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horizontal plane
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parallel to the ground or horizon
9
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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