Multiple Choice
In standard anatomical position, the heart is which directional term relative to the vertebral column?
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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
Directional Terms: Front and Back
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Which medical term contains the word root that means 'back of the body'?
A
Dorsal
B
Ventral
C
Anterior
D
Medial
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Step 1: Understand the question by identifying the key term 'back of the body' and recognize that it refers to anatomical positioning.
Step 2: Recall that the word root 'dors-' is derived from Latin and specifically refers to the 'back' or 'posterior' side of the body.
Step 3: Compare the options provided: 'Dorsal,' 'Ventral,' 'Anterior,' and 'Medial.' Note that 'Dorsal' aligns with the meaning of 'back of the body.'
Step 4: Clarify the meanings of the other terms: 'Ventral' refers to the front or belly side, 'Anterior' refers to the front of the body, and 'Medial' refers to the middle or center of the body.
Step 5: Conclude that the correct term containing the word root for 'back of the body' is 'Dorsal,' based on anatomical terminology.
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