Overview Flashcards
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The __________ position of the body is lying face up
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Supine
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The breakdown of complex chemical substances is referred to as:
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Catabolism
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If two structures are on opposite sides of the body, they are said to be:
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Contralateral
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Nearer to the midline is referred to as:
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Medial
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A vertical plan that divides the body or organ into right and left sides is:
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Sagittal
5
Q
____________ clings to the surface of the lungs
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Visceral pleura
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What abdominal pelvic region is deep to the rib cage?
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Hypochondriac
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In __________ the examiner feels the body surfaces with the hands
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Palpation
