NHA- Body Structures and Organ
Systems
When considering the anatomy of the body, which of the following statements is
correct?
1.) The heart is superficial to the ribs
2.) The patella is distal to the tibia
3.) The stomach is superior to the diaphragm
4.) The thumb is lateral to the index finger - correct answer The thumb is lateral to the
index finger
( The term lateral means toward, near, or from the midline. Therefore, the thumb is
lateral to the index finger.)
Which of the following organs produces vitamin D, provides protection and helps
regulate body temperature?
( The skin is a major organ of the integumentary system. It produces vitamin D, provides
protection, and helps regulate body temperature.)
A medical assistant is collecting data from a patient who reports back pain. Which of the
following terms should the assistant use to describe the patient's pain in the intake
notes?
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