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 Position

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Position

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Multiple Choice

When lying down in the anatomical position, which of the following terms best describes the body’s orientation?

Prone

Oblique

Supine

Lateral

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Understand the anatomical position: The anatomical position is a standard reference position in which the body is standing upright, facing forward, with arms at the sides and palms facing forward. When lying down, the orientation changes based on whether the body is face-up or face-down.

Define the term 'supine': The supine position refers to lying on the back with the face and torso facing upward. This is the correct term for the body’s orientation when lying down in the anatomical position.

Differentiate between 'prone' and 'supine': The prone position refers to lying face-down, while the supine position refers to lying face-up. Since the question specifies lying down in the anatomical position, the body must be face-up, which corresponds to the supine position.

Clarify the other terms: 'Oblique' refers to an angled position, not directly related to lying down in the anatomical position. 'Lateral' refers to the side of the body, which is also not relevant to the described orientation.

Conclude that the correct term for lying down in the anatomical position, with the body face-up, is 'supine'.