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 Planes & Sections

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Planes & Sections

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following are the correct anatomical terms for the different ways an organ can be sectioned?

Proximal, distal, and superficial

Superior, inferior, and lateral

Anterior, posterior, and medial

Sagittal, transverse, and frontal

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Understand that the question is asking about anatomical terms used to describe different ways an organ can be sectioned, which refers to planes of sectioning in anatomy.

Recall the three primary anatomical planes: sagittal, transverse, and frontal. These are standard terms used to describe sections of the body or organs.

Define each plane: The sagittal plane divides the body into left and right portions, the transverse plane divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) portions, and the frontal plane divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) portions.

Compare the provided options to the definitions of the anatomical planes. The terms 'proximal, distal, and superficial,' 'superior, inferior, and lateral,' and 'anterior, posterior, and medial' describe relative positions or directions, not planes of sectioning.

Conclude that the correct anatomical terms for sectioning an organ are sagittal, transverse, and frontal, as these specifically refer to the planes used in anatomical dissection and imaging.