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 the body is in the anatomical position, the thumb is and to the fingers.

lateral and anterior

lateral and distal

medial and proximal

medial and posterior

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Understand the anatomical position: The anatomical position is a standard reference posture where the body is standing upright, facing forward, arms at the sides, and palms facing forward. This position is used to describe the locations and relationships of body parts consistently.

Define the terms 'lateral' and 'medial': 'Lateral' refers to a position farther away from the midline of the body, while 'medial' refers to a position closer to the midline.

Define the terms 'distal' and 'proximal': 'Distal' refers to a position farther away from the point of attachment or origin, while 'proximal' refers to a position closer to the point of attachment or origin.

Analyze the thumb's position relative to the fingers: In the anatomical position, the thumb is located on the outer side of the hand, making it lateral to the fingers. Additionally, the thumb is farther away from the point of attachment (the wrist) compared to the fingers, making it distal to them.

Compare the options provided: Based on the definitions and analysis, the correct description of the thumb's position relative to the fingers in the anatomical position is 'lateral and distal.'