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

Directional Terms: Front and Back

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Directional Terms: Front and Back

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following terms refers to movement of a body part anterior to the coronal plane?

Abduction

Adduction

Extension

Flexion

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Understand the coronal plane: The coronal plane divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections. Movement anterior to this plane means moving a body part toward the front of the body.

Review the term 'flexion': Flexion refers to a movement that decreases the angle between two body parts, often bringing them closer together. For example, bending the elbow or knee involves flexion.

Compare flexion with other options: Abduction refers to movement away from the midline of the body, adduction refers to movement toward the midline, and extension refers to increasing the angle between two body parts (opposite of flexion). None of these involve movement specifically anterior to the coronal plane.

Apply the concept to the question: Movement anterior to the coronal plane aligns with the definition of flexion, as it typically involves bending a joint to bring a body part forward.

Conclude that flexion is the correct term for movement of a body part anterior to the coronal plane, based on anatomical definitions and comparisons with other terms.