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 Terms for the Front of the Trunk

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Terms for the Front of the Trunk

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Multiple Choice

Where is the epigastric region located on the front of the trunk?

Inferior to the pubic region and above the thighs

Directly over the right lower quadrant of the abdomen

Superior to the umbilical region and just below the sternum

Lateral to the umbilical region and above the hip bones

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Step 1: Understand the concept of abdominal regions. The abdomen is divided into nine regions to help locate organs and describe pain or abnormalities. These regions include the epigastric, umbilical, hypogastric, and others.

Step 2: Define the epigastric region. The epigastric region is located superior to the umbilical region and just below the sternum (breastbone). It is centrally positioned in the upper abdomen.

Step 3: Compare the location of the epigastric region to other regions. It is not lateral to the umbilical region (which would be the lumbar regions) nor inferior to the pubic region (which would be the thighs). It is also not directly over the right lower quadrant of the abdomen.

Step 4: Visualize the anatomical landmarks. The sternum is a key landmark for identifying the epigastric region, as it lies directly below it. The umbilical region is located centrally in the abdomen, and the epigastric region is above it.

Step 5: Confirm the correct answer based on anatomical positioning. The epigastric region is superior to the umbilical region and just below the sternum, making this the correct description of its location.