The Language of Anatomy Ch.1

Which is the right iliac region?

• A

• C

• G

• I

Physiology means

• The study of the form of all living things.

• The study of the body.

• The study of how living things work.

• None of the above.

What body position is considered the “starting point” for describing body positions?

• SOFT Planes

• Anatomical Position

• Quadrants

• Cavities

This system includes the brain, spinal cord and nerves. Its function is communication throughout the body, mental activities, and maintaining homeostasis. 

• Muscular
• Nervous
• Integumentary
• Urinary

Which abdominal area is on either side of the epigastric region?

• hypogastric

• iliac

• umbilical

• hypochondriac

Which of the following best describes anatomical position?

• Erect position of the body with the face directed forward, the arms at the side, and the palms of the hands facing forward
• erect position of the body with the face directed forward, the arms at the side, and the palms of the hands facing backwards
• laying position of the body with the face directed forward, the arms at the side, and the palms of the hands facing forward
• laying position of the body with the face directed forward, the arms at the side, and the palms of the hands facing backwards

A patient needs to have an intravenous line (IV) placed for medication in the emergency department. The physician wants the line to be placed proximal to the elbow. Where should the IV be placed?

• in the hand

• in the upper arm

• in the forearm

• in the butt

This system includes testes and ovaries, produce special cells for reproduction

• urinary
• digestive
• reproductive
• circulatory

This system includes heart, blood and blood vessels.  It transports materials throughout the body.

• Respiratory
• Circulatory
• Endocrine

This system includes kidneys, ureters, bladder and removes/filters wastes from the blood to maintain body's water and electrolyte balance.

• reproductive
• urinary
• digestive
• respiratory