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

In the anatomical position, the lungs are _____ to the heart.

medial

lateral

superior

inferior

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Step 1: Understand the anatomical position. The anatomical position refers to the body standing upright, facing forward, with arms at the sides and palms facing forward. This standardized position is used to describe the locations and relationships of body parts.

Step 2: Define the terms used in the options. 'Medial' means closer to the midline of the body, 'lateral' means farther from the midline, 'superior' means above, and 'inferior' means below.

Step 3: Identify the relative positions of the lungs and the heart in the anatomical position. The heart is located centrally in the thoracic cavity, while the lungs are positioned on either side of the heart.

Step 4: Apply the definitions of the terms to the anatomical relationship. Since the lungs are located on either side of the heart, they are farther from the midline compared to the heart, making them 'lateral' to the heart.

Step 5: Confirm the correct answer based on the anatomical relationship. The lungs are lateral to the heart in the anatomical position.