Laboratory Exercises 1: Organization of the Body

Rationale

The knowledge gained from anatomy and physiology course will help one in many aspects of life.
Understanding this field of study is not only fundamental to any career in the health and science
professions but also to one’s health. Familiarity with the human body can be helpful in making choices
and appropriate actions when signs of illness arise. It can also help in understanding news about nutrition,
medications, medical devices, and procedures, and genetic or infectious diseases.

Learning Outcomes
1. To define the anatomical position, and to use directional terms to locate the position of one
body part relative to another
2. Explain and identify the body planes used to study human anatomy.
3. Locate and name the major body cavities and sub cavities, and indicate important organs in
each.
4. Use anatomical/regional terms to identify specific body areas in figures and laboratory models.
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