Chapter 5 - Medical Terminology Flashcards
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Anatomy
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The study of body structure.
2
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Physiology
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The study of body function.
3
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Midline
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An imaginary line drawn down the center of the body.
4
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Medial
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Toward the midline of the body.
5
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Lateral
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To the side, away from the midline of the body.
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Bilateral
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On both sides.
7
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Unilateral
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Limited to one side.
8
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Mid-axillary Line
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A line drawn vertically from the middle of the armpit (axilla) to the ankle.
9
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Supine
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Lying on the back.
10
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Prone
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Lying facedown.
11
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Recovery Position
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Lying on the side. Also called the Lateral Recumbent Position.
12
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Fowler’s Position
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A sitting position.
