Regions of The Abdomen Flashcards

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1
Q

The abdomen is the area between the ______________ and the pelvis.

A

DIAPHRAGM

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How many quadrants is the abdomen divided into?

A

4

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3
Q

Name the 2 lines dividing the abdomen quadrants?

A

MIDSAGITTAL PLANE
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TRANSUMBILICAL PLANE
(the transverse passing through belly button)

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4
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Name the 4 quadrants of the abdomen?

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RUQ:  RIGHT UPPER QUADRANT
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LUQ:  LEFT UPPER QUADRANT
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RLQ:  RIGHT LOWER QUADRANT
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LLQ:  LEFT LOWER QUADRANT
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