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EMT: Anatomy & Physiology
EMT-B level Anatomy & Physiology Flash Cards
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05/13/2007
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Term
Midline
 Definition
An imaginary line drawn down the center of the body. It splits the body in half creating the Left & Rights sides.
Term
Mid-Axillary
 Definition
Imaginary line drawn from armpit to ankle. Divides body into Anterior (front), and Posterior (back).
Term
Torso
 Definition
Trunk
Term
Medial
 Definition
Towards the "Mid-Line"
Term
Lateral
 Definition
Away from the "mid-line".
Term
Proximal
 Definition
Towards the center of the body.
Term
Distal
 Definition
Away from the center of the body.
Term
Superior
 Definition
Close to head
Term
Inferior
 Definition
Away from head.
Term
Anterior
 Definition
Forward
Term
Posterior
 Definition
Back
Term
Right & Left
 Definition
Patient's Right & Left
Term
Mid-Clavicular Line
 Definition
Line which runs down the middle of your clavical. (Usually the nipple)
Term
Bilateral
 Definition
Both sides
Term
Dorsal
 Definition
Top
Term
Ventral
 Definition
Bottom
Term
Plantar
 Definition
Bottom of foot
Term
Supine
 Definition
Lying on back
Term
Prone
 Definition
lying on front
Term
Fowler's
 Definition
Seated. Head up 45-60 degrees.
Term
Trendelenburg
 Definition
Supine; feet elevated; head down.
Term
Shock position
 Definition
Modified Trendelenburg; feet elevated 12-16"
Term
Lateral Recumbent
 Definition
Recovery position; laying on side
Term
Musculoskeletal System
 Definition
Function:
-Gives body shape.
-Protects Vital Organs
-Provides for Body Movement.

Components:
-Bones
-Joints
-Muscles
-Connective Tissue
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