Anatomical Position Quiz

What does "Distal" mean?

• Toward the trunk; Near the origin

• Away from the trunk; Far from the origin

• Toward the head; Near the feet

• Away from the head; Near the feet

What is the origin of the term "Proximal" as used in anatomy?

• Proximity

• Distant

• Near

• Close

Which term is used to describe a position further from the surface?

• Superficial

• Deep

• External

• Proximal

Which system stimulates muscles and glands?

• Nervous System

• Endocrine System

• Integumentary System

• Digestive System

What are the three sections of the ventral cavity?

• Thoracic cavity, abdominal cavity, pelvic cavity

• Cranial cavity, spinal cavity, thoracic cavity

• Abdominal cavity, cranial cavity, pelvic cavity

• Pelvic cavity, spinal cavity, cranial cavity

Which cavity contains the bladder?

• Thoracic cavity

• Pelvic cavity

• Abdominal cavity

• Cranial cavity

What does the nasal cavity contain?

• Eye structures

• Parts that form the nose

• Teeth and tongue

• Brain structures

Which cavity is also known as the buccal cavity?

• Orbital cavity

• Nasal cavity

• Oral cavity

• Cranial cavity

How many quadrants is the abdominal cavity divided into?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What does RUQ stand for?

• Right upper quadrant

• Right under quadrant

• Right upper quarter

• Right under quarter