Multiple Choice
In anatomical position, the heart is ________ to the lungs.
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In anatomical position, the heart is ________ to the lungs.
A
Superior
B
Lateral
C
Distal
D
Medial
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Understand the anatomical position: In this standard reference position, the body is standing upright, facing forward, with arms at the sides and palms facing forward.
Recall the meaning of the directional terms: 'Superior' means above, 'Lateral' means away from the midline, 'Distal' means farther from the point of attachment or origin, and 'Medial' means toward the midline of the body.
Identify the location of the heart and lungs in the thoracic cavity: The lungs are positioned on either side of the chest, while the heart is located more centrally between them.
Compare the positions: Since the heart lies closer to the midline than the lungs, it is described as medial relative to the lungs.
Conclude that the correct anatomical term to describe the heart's position relative to the lungs is 'Medial'.
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