Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Terms for the Front of the Trunk

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Terms for the Front of the Trunk

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Which of the following is another term used for the proximal colon?

Ascending colon

Descending colon

Sigmoid colon

Transverse colon

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Understand the anatomy of the colon: The colon is divided into several sections, including the ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, and sigmoid colon. Each section has a specific location and function in the digestive system.

Define the term 'proximal': In anatomy, 'proximal' refers to a structure that is closer to the point of origin or attachment. For the colon, the point of origin is the cecum, where the large intestine begins.

Identify the section of the colon closest to the cecum: The ascending colon is the first section of the colon and is located immediately after the cecum. It travels upward on the right side of the abdomen.

Compare the other options: The transverse colon is located horizontally across the abdomen, the descending colon travels downward on the left side, and the sigmoid colon is the S-shaped section near the rectum. These sections are farther from the cecum and are not considered proximal.

Conclude that the ascending colon is another term for the proximal colon, as it is the section closest to the cecum and the beginning of the large intestine.