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: Body Sides

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Directional Terms: Body Sides

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Multiple Choice

What is the medical term for movement toward the midline of the body?

Extension

Adduction

Flexion

Abduction

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Step 1: Understand the anatomical terms related to movement. These terms describe how body parts move relative to each other or the midline of the body.

Step 2: Define 'midline of the body.' The midline is an imaginary vertical line that divides the body into left and right halves.

Step 3: Review the term 'adduction.' Adduction refers to the movement of a body part toward the midline of the body. For example, bringing your arms closer to your torso is an adduction movement.

Step 4: Compare 'adduction' with other terms provided in the options: 'extension' (increasing the angle between two body parts), 'flexion' (decreasing the angle between two body parts), and 'abduction' (movement away from the midline).

Step 5: Conclude that the correct term for movement toward the midline of the body is 'adduction,' based on its definition and comparison with other terms.