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

Which anatomical term refers to the region where the urethra opens on the front of the trunk?

Umbilical region

Epigastric region

Pubic (pubis) region

Inguinal (groin) region

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Understand the anatomical regions of the body: The human body is divided into specific regions for reference purposes. These regions help in identifying the location of structures or functions. The regions mentioned in the problem are Umbilical, Epigastric, Pubic (pubis), and Inguinal (groin).

Review the location of the urethra: The urethra is a tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. In both males and females, the external opening of the urethra is located in the lower part of the trunk, near the pubic region.

Define the Pubic (pubis) region: The pubic region is located at the lower central part of the abdomen, just above the external genitalia. It is the area where the urethra opens externally.

Compare the other regions: The Umbilical region is located around the navel, the Epigastric region is above the stomach, and the Inguinal (groin) region is located on either side of the pubic region, near the crease where the thigh meets the trunk. None of these regions directly correspond to the location of the urethral opening.

Conclude that the Pubic (pubis) region is the correct anatomical term for the location of the urethral opening on the front of the trunk.