Multiple Choice
Which patient is likely to experience discomfort in the supine position due to homeostatic imbalances?
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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
Introduction to Directional Terms
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Where is the right lung located in reference to the heart?
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Superior
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Medial
C
Lateral
D
Inferior
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Begin by identifying the anatomical position of the heart within the thoracic cavity. The heart is centrally located, slightly to the left of the midline.
Understand the anatomical position of the lungs. The lungs are located on either side of the heart within the thoracic cavity.
The right lung is positioned on the right side of the body, while the heart is more centrally located. This means the right lung is to the side of the heart.
In anatomical terms, 'lateral' refers to a position that is away from the midline of the body. Since the right lung is to the side of the heart, it is lateral to the heart.
Therefore, the right lung is located lateral to the heart, meaning it is positioned to the side of the heart within the thoracic cavity.
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