Anatomy Vid 1 My NOTES Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the ANATOMICAL POSITIONS AND DIRECTIONAL TERMS?
A
The Anatomical position is a universal term, in which the body is upright, directly facing
the observer, feet flat and forward. Upper limbs alongside the body with palms facing
forward.
(In the talk the teacher says its important to remember this paragraph).
She says that anatomy is like a map for the body.
Reveal Answer
2
Q
What part of the body is the Anterior?
A
FRONT. PALMS facing forward.
3
Q
What part of the body is the Posterior?
A
BACK. Inc. Backs of hands so PALMS ALWAYS FACING FORWARD.
4
Q
Where is the Midline? (M3.51)
A
An imaginary line down the middle of body that divides thethe left side of the body from the right side of the body.
