Chapter 6 Abdominal Descriptions Flashcards
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Right and left hypochondriac regions
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Located below the ribs on either side of the epigastric region
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Epigastric region
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Over the stomach; located just below the sternum.
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Umbilical region
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Located around the umbilicus (navel)
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Right and left lumbar regions
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Extend anterior to posterior on either side of the umbilical region
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Hypogastric region
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Below the stomach; located over the pubic area.
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Right and left iliac region
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Also called the right and left inguinal areas; Hip bone; located on either side of the hypogastric region.
