Multiple Choice
The mammary region is ________ to the sternal region.
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The sternum is _____ to the heart.
A
superior
B
anterior
C
lateral
D
posterior
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Step 1: Begin by understanding the anatomical terms provided in the question. These terms describe the relative positions of structures in the body: 'superior' means above, 'anterior' means in front of, 'lateral' means to the side, and 'posterior' means behind.
Step 2: Recall the anatomical location of the sternum and the heart. The sternum is a flat bone located in the center of the chest, forming the front part of the rib cage, while the heart is located slightly behind and to the left of the sternum.
Step 3: Analyze the relationship between the sternum and the heart. Since the sternum is positioned in front of the heart, the correct anatomical term to describe this relationship is 'anterior.'
Step 4: Eliminate the incorrect options based on their definitions: 'superior' (above) does not apply because the sternum is not above the heart, 'lateral' (to the side) does not apply because the sternum is centrally located, and 'posterior' (behind) does not apply because the sternum is in front of the heart.
Step 5: Conclude that the correct answer is 'anterior,' as it accurately describes the position of the sternum relative to the heart.
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