Anatomy and Physiology Terms

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abdominal

Back

the anterior body region between the thoracic region superiorly and the pelvic region inferiorly

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abdominopelvic cavity

Back

division of the anterior (ventral) cavity that houses the abdominal and pelvic viscera

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acromial

Back

Body region referring to the lateral-most point of the shoulder

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anatomy

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science that studies the form and composition of the body’s structures

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antecubital

Back

Body region at the anterior (front) surface of the elbow joint; triangular in shape

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anterior

Back

describes the front or direction toward the front of the body; also referred to as ventral

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auscultation

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an examination technique that involves listening to the body's sounds using a stethoscope to assess the heart, lungs, and other organs

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axillary

Back

body region referring to the area under the armpit

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brachial

Back

body region referring to the area of the upper arm

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buccal

Back

body region referring to the cheek of the face