GROSS ANATOMY

GROSS ANATOMY

ANATOMY TERMINOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
It describes a position farther from the surface of the body
A
Superficial
B
Deep
C
Proximal
D
Distal
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Superficial describes a position closer to the surface of the body. The skin is superficial to the bones. Deep describes a position farther from the surface of the body.

Detailed explanation-2: -Deep position in anatomy means a body part is further from the surface. It is the opposite of superficial which means that something is close to the surface. For example, the transverse abdominis muscle is deep from the skin.

Detailed explanation-3: -The term “deep” refers to a structure located further from the surface compared to another structure.

Detailed explanation-4: -Anatomically, there are four main positions: supine, prone, right lateral recumbent, and left lateral recumbent. It is important to note that each position has its medical implications.

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