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 Head and Neck

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Terms for the Head and Neck

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Multiple Choice

Which bony feature is located on the posterior aspect of the skull and serves as an attachment point for the ligamentum nuchae?

Coronoid process

External occipital protuberance

Zygomatic arch

Mastoid process

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Understand the anatomical location of the posterior aspect of the skull. The posterior aspect refers to the back side of the skull.

Identify the ligamentum nuchae. It is a ligament that extends from the external occipital protuberance at the base of the skull to the spinous processes of the cervical vertebrae, providing support for the head and neck.

Review the bony features listed in the options: Coronoid process, Zygomatic arch, Mastoid process, and External occipital protuberance. Determine which one is located on the posterior aspect of the skull.

Coronoid process is part of the mandible (jawbone) and is not located on the skull's posterior aspect. Zygomatic arch is part of the cheekbone and is located laterally, not posteriorly. Mastoid process is part of the temporal bone and is located inferiorly and laterally, not directly posterior.

The external occipital protuberance is a prominent bony feature located on the posterior aspect of the skull. It serves as the attachment point for the ligamentum nuchae, making it the correct answer.