Introduction to Clinical Anatomy Flashcards
Regional Anatomy
Organizes the body by major segments or parts (ex. head & neck, thorax)
Regional Anatomy is also known as
Topographical Anatomy
Each of these regions can be
further subdivided into specific areas
Systemic anatomy
focuses on the body’s organ systems (ex. skeletal system, muscular systemm)
Clinical anatomy combines
regional anatomy and systemic anatomy
Regional anatomy and systemic anatomy are studied together from a
structural and functional perspective in the context of the practice of medicine. dentistry or other allied health sciences
Clinical anatomy emphasizes the
anatomical underpinnings of function and how to use this knowledge to solve clinical problems
Terminologia Anatomica
international latin anatomy “bible”
Most anatomical structures are named for (4)
location, shape, function, or some other descriptive attribute
Anatomical position
how anatomical descriptions are expressed relative to one specific position of the body
What does anatomical position look like (3)
head, gaze (eyes), and toes directed anteriorly (forward)
arms adjacent to the sides with the palms facing anteriorly
lower limbs close together with the feet parallel
Median plane
divides into right and left halves
Sagittal plane
divides the body into left and right sides
Frontal (coronal) plane
divides the body into front and back
Transverse plane
divides the body into superior and inferior