Multiple Choice
Imagine you are a surgeon about to perform a procedure on the liver, which is located on the right side of body just below the ribs. Relative to the navel (belly button) where would you prepare the incision?
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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
Directional Terms: Body Sides
Multiple Choice
Which term describes movement toward the midline of the body?
A
Adduction
B
Flexion
C
Abduction
D
Extension
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Understand the anatomical terms related to movement: Adduction, Abduction, Flexion, and Extension.
Adduction refers to the movement of a body part toward the midline of the body. For example, bringing your arms to your sides from an outstretched position.
Abduction is the opposite of adduction, involving movement away from the midline. For instance, raising your arms sideways away from your body.
Flexion involves decreasing the angle between two body parts, such as bending the elbow or knee.
Extension is the opposite of flexion, increasing the angle between body parts, like straightening the elbow or knee.
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