Front

What is the brachial region?

Back

The brachial region refers to the upper arm area, specifically the part of the arm between the shoulder and the elbow.

Front

Where is the heart located in relation to the chest?

Back

The heart is located in the thoracic cavity, slightly to the left of the midline of the chest.

Front

What is a coronal plane?

Back

A coronal plane is a vertical plane that divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections.

Front

What is a transverse plane?

Back

A transverse plane is a horizontal plane that divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) parts.

Front

What are the three main types of body planes?

Back

The three main types of body planes are sagittal, coronal, and transverse.

Front

What is the definition of epithelial tissue?

Back

Epithelial tissue is a type of tissue that covers the body surfaces, lines cavities and organs, and forms glands.

Front

What are the characteristics of squamous epithelial cells?

Back

Squamous epithelial cells are flat and thin, allowing for easy diffusion and filtration.

Front

What does it mean to move inferiorly in the body?

Back

To move inferiorly means to move downward, towards the feet or lower part of the body.

Front

What is the anatomical position?

Back

The anatomical position is a standard position of the body used as a reference point, where the body stands upright, facing forward, with arms at the sides and palms facing forward.

Front

What is the difference between medial and lateral movements?

Back

Medial movement refers to moving towards the midline of the body, while lateral movement refers to moving away from the midline.