Topic 2 (p1)- Terminology (Part 2)

Question 1

Anatomical position:

Answer 1

refers to a person standing erect with the face directed forward, the upper limbs hanging to the sides, and the palms of the hands facing forward

Question 3

Body’s trunk three major regions (established by body wall):

Answer 3

• thoracic
• abdominal
• pelvic region

Question 4

Ventral body cavity contains organs for:

Answer 4

• respiratory
• cardiovascular
• digestive
• urinary
• reproductive

Question 5

Thoracic cavity

Answer 5

divided into right and left parts due to median partition called mediastinum (middle wall)

Question 6

Mediastinum contains:

Answer 6

heart, thymus, trachea, oesophagus, and other structures (blood vessels and nerves)