1. The Language of Anatomy
Special terminology is used to prevent misunderstanding
Exact terms are used for:
Position
Direction
Regions
Structures
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2. Orientation and Directional Terms
Table 1.1
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3. Orientation and Directional Terms
Table 1.1 (cont)
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4. Body Landmarks Anterior Figure 1.5a
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5. Body Landmarks Posterior Figure 1.5b
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6. Body Planes
Figure 1.6
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7. Body Cavities
Figure 1.7
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8. Abdominopelvic Quadrants
Figure 1.8a
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9. Abdominopelvic Regions
Figure 1.8b
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10. Abdominopelvic Major Organs
Figure 1.8c
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