Multiple Choice
In anatomical position, the sternum is what directional term relative to the heart?
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Directional Terms: Front and Back
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The spine is ______________ to the intestines.
A
Anterior
B
Posterior
C
Superior
D
Inferior
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Identify the anatomical position of the spine and the intestines in the human body. The spine is located along the back, while the intestines are situated in the abdominal cavity.
Understand the anatomical directional terms: 'anterior' means towards the front, 'posterior' means towards the back, 'superior' means above, and 'inferior' means below.
Determine the relative position of the spine to the intestines. Since the spine is located towards the back of the body and the intestines are more towards the front, the spine is posterior to the intestines.
Review the options provided: Anterior, Posterior, Superior, Inferior. Match the correct directional term with the relative position identified in the previous step.
Select 'Posterior' as the correct answer, as it accurately describes the position of the spine relative to the intestines.
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