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

Introduction to Directional Terms

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Directional Terms

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Multiple Choice

In the context of the birth process, what does 'occiput posterior' refer to?

The position of the baby's head facing the mother's back

The position of the placenta in the uterus

The baby's feet presenting first during delivery

The baby's head facing the mother's front

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Understand the term 'occiput posterior': The occiput refers to the back part of the baby's head, and 'posterior' indicates that this part is facing the mother's back during labor.

Relate the term to fetal positioning: In the occiput posterior position, the baby's head is positioned such that the back of the head (occiput) is aligned with the mother's posterior (back). This is a common fetal position during labor.

Eliminate incorrect options: The position of the placenta in the uterus is unrelated to the term 'occiput posterior.' Similarly, the baby's feet presenting first during delivery refers to a breech position, not occiput posterior. The baby's head facing the mother's front describes the occiput anterior position, which is different from occiput posterior.

Focus on the correct option: The occiput posterior position specifically refers to the baby's head facing the mother's back during the birth process.

Summarize the concept: Occiput posterior is a term used in obstetrics to describe the orientation of the baby's head during labor, where the back of the baby's head is directed toward the mother's back.