Human Anatomy (8th Edition) - Standalone book
Human Anatomy (8th Edition) - Standalone book
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780321883322
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Robert B. Tallitsch
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 1RFT

Match each numbered item with the most closely related lettered item.

supine.................................................

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Summary Introduction

To review:

Match the term supine with the most closely related descriptions given below:

Study of tissues

Face down

All chemical activity in body

Study of cells

Face up

Constant internal environment

Lower back

Introduction:

Anatomy refers to the study of the interior and exterior structures of the body and their physical relationship between the different body parts. There are two different types of positions that can be used in order to study the anatomy of different body parts and these positions are supine and prone position.

Explanation of Solution

The supine position refers to a position wherein an individual lies horizontally with the face and torso facing upward. During surgical procedures, this position allows access to the peritoneal, pericardial, and thoracic regions along with head and neck

Conclusion

Therefore, it can be concluded that the supine position can be correctly matched with option (e) face up.

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