Unit 1 SEHS: How we Move

Which of the following is NOT a positional term used to describe the relative positions of body parts?

• Superior

• Inferior

• Circumduction

• Proximal

The human skeleton is divided into which two main components?

• Axial and appendicular

• Superior and inferior

• Medial and lateral

• Anterior and posterior

Which of the following best describes the purpose of using positional terminology in anatomy?

• To identify the functions of muscles

• To describe the relative positions of body parts

• To measure bone density

• To classify types of joints

Movements such as flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction are described as occurring in:

• Only one plane and one axis

• One or more planes and along one or more axes

• Only in the axial skeleton

• Only in the appendicular skeleton

Which of the following is an example of a movement term that involves rotation?

• Flexion

• Circumduction

• Proximal

• Superior

Which of the following best describes the anatomical position?

• Standing straight up with palms facing forward

• Sitting with arms crossed

• Lying down with arms at the sides

• Standing with palms facing backward

What is the purpose of anatomical terms?

• To describe positioning of the body and location of landmarks

• To name different bones in the body

• To identify types of muscles

• To classify diseases

In anatomical terminology, how are the palms and thumbs described in the anatomical position?

• Palms are anterior, thumbs are lateral

• Palms are posterior, thumbs are medial

• Palms are lateral, thumbs are anterior

• Palms are medial, thumbs are posterior

Why is it important to use anatomical terms when describing injuries?

• To clearly indicate the direction of movement and location on the body

• To make the description more complicated

• To avoid using common language

• To confuse non-medical professionals

Which anatomical term refers to a position that is above or higher than another part of the body?

• Superior

• Inferior

• Posterior

• Anterior