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An anatomical directional term meaning nearest to the point of attachmentis?

proximal
A sagittal plane drawn vertically through the body divides the body into?

right and left prtions
A surgical incision made along the transverse plane is called a _____ section

cross section
In the sims' position, the paitient should lie on thier ____side.

left
what is another name for the sims' position?

lateral recumbent position
A laveage is also referred to as?

irragation
Describe the lithotomy position and what its used for

pt lies on the back feet supported in strrups knees bent used for vaginal and rectal exam and treatment Catherization
Describe the Fowlers poition and what its used for.

90* angle used for trunk of the body head neck and chest area
what position allows the abdominal muscles to relax?

Dorsal recumbent
Manipulation

the passive movement of a joint to determine teh range of flexaion & extension
mensuration

process of measurng
percussion

tapping the body lightly but sharply to deterine the position, size, and consistancy of an underlying structure
ausculation

the process of listening for sound within the body
kyphosis

A convex curvature of the spine;humpback
scoliosis

lateral curvature of the spine
perisalisis

a progressive, wavelike muscular movement that occurs involuntarily in the urinary and digestive system.