Introduction

Question 1

What is Anatomy?

Answer 1

Anatomy is the science of the structure and function
of the body. It is the study of internal and external
structures, and the physical relationships between
the various body parts.

Question 2

What are the three main approaches to Gross anatomy?

Answer 2

1. Systemic anatomy
2. Regional anatomy (topographic)
3. Clinical anatomy

Question 3

What is surface anatomy?

Answer 3

The visualization of the structures that lie beneath the skin.

Question 4

What are the three Main types off cross sections?

Answer 4

• Longitudinal
• Transverse
• Oblique

Question 5

What is the anatomical position?

Answer 5

1. Is standing erect or lying supine (on one’s back)
   as if erect, with head, eyes, and toes directed
   anteriorly (forward)
2. Has upper limbs by the sides with palms facing
   anteriorly
3. Has lower limbs together with the feet directed
   anteriorly

Question 6

What are the four planes of the body?

Answer 6

1. Median plane: midsagittal, vertical, longitudinal
2. Sagittal planes: vertical, parallel to median plane
3. Coronal planes: frontal, vertical, at right angles to
   median plane
4. Horizontal planes: transverse, at right angles to the
   median and coronal planes

Question 7

Which axis does flexion and extension move along?

Answer 7

Saggital or midsaggital plane

Question 8

Which plane does adduction/abduction move along?

Answer 8

Transverse

Question 9

What is the lithotomy position used for?

Answer 9

• childbirth

- removal of stones