The Launchpad Series:An OTA Student Success Tool
Module 1: Medical Terminology & Anatomy Foundations
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Disclaimer These modules were developed in collaboration between doctoral capstone student Alyssa Antolin from Mary Baldwin University’s Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences and the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Tidewater Community College. These modules were created specifically to support students enrolled in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Tidewater Community College. The content is intended to serve as a supplemental resource to reinforce foundational knowledge and promote student success within the program. Students are responsible for adhering to the specific course requirements, materials, and expectations outlined by their individual programs. For guidance regarding examinations, practical assessments, graded assignments, and required study materials, students should consult and communicate directly with their program professors and instructors. These modules do not replace official course instruction or faculty-directed learning resources.
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Purpose: This module is intended to serve as a refresher tool to review foundational prerequisite knowledge necessary before entering the OTA program.Module Structure:
- This module will take approximately 50 minutes to complete.
- If you close the window or tab, your progress will not be saved. You are encouraged to complete the module in one sitting and to take notes on content areas where you feel least confident.
- Once a topic is completed and you move on to the next topic, you will not be able to return to the previous topic(s) again until the end of the module.
- These modules are paced. The “Next” button will appear after a designated amount of time has been spent on each content page. If you choose to press the “Back” button to review a previous slide, the “Next” button will remain paced and will only reappear after the required time has passed.
- Embedded Knowledge Checkpoints are included throughout the module. These are brief questions designed for practice and reinforcement. You may attempt each question as many times as needed until the correct answer is selected. Once the correct answer is chosen, you will be able to proceed; however, you will not be able to return to that question again once it's answered correctly.
- An 11 question Comprehensive Knowledge Check will be provided at the end of this module.
Note: There is no penalty associated with scores on the Knowledge Checkpoints or Comprehensive Knowledge Check. These are intended to serve as practice and self-assessment tools only.
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Module 1: Medical Terminology & Anatomy Foundations
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Topic 1: Planes of the Body
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Planes of the Body
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Topic 3: Body Regions
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The Axial & Appendicular Skeletons
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The Axial Region - Trunk & Head
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The Appendicular Region - Arms & Legs
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Lower Limb
Upper Limb
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Associated Abbreviations
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Body Regions
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Topic 4: Skeletal Foundations
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Cranial Bones
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Thorax Bones
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Arm & Hand Bones
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Skeletal Foundations
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Shoulder Flexion
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Nervous System Foundations
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Cervical
Thoracic
Spinal Column
Series of vertebrae supporting the body and protecting the spinal cord
Upper and mid-back region of the spine (T1-T12)
Neck region of the spine (C1-C7)
Sacral
Lumbar
Base of the spine, fused vertebrae above tailbone
Lower back region of spine (L1-L5)
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Nervous System Foundations
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Central & Peripheral Nervous System Explained
This video is a mini lesson by Nurse Mike who breaks down the Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) into simple concepts. He also provides some helpful neumonic devices you can use to remember these terms. Note: This video autostarts at the 40 second mark.
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References
- Betts, J. G., Young, K. A., Wise, J. A., Johnson, E., Poe, B., Kruse, D. H., Korol, O., Johnson, J. E., Womble, M., & DeSaix, P. (2022, April 20). Anatomy and Physiology 2e. Openstax.org. Retrieved January 28, 2026, from https://openstax.org/books/anatomy-and-physiology-2e/pages/1-introduction
- Biga, L. M., Bronson, S., Dawson, S., Harwell, A., Hopkins, R., Kaufmann, J., LeMaster, M., Matern, P., Morrison-Graham, K., Oja, K., Quick, D., Runyeon, J., OpenStax. (2025, September). 7.1 Divisions of the Skeletal System. Anatomy & Physiology 2e. Oregon State University. Retrieved January 28, 2026, from https://open.oregonstate.education/anatomy2e/chapter/divisions-skeletal-system/
- Dr. Vanessa. (2024, March 14). Ipsilateral vs. Contralateral. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOSrxvMdrxA
- Guy-Evans, O. (2021, April 23). Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) Parts and Function. SimplyPsychology.org. Retrieved February 18, 2026, from https://www.simplypsychology.org/peripheral-nervous-system.html
- John Hawks Laboratory. (n.d.). Virtual lab: Regions of the Cranium. Hominin.anthropology.wisc.edu. Retrieved February 18, 2026, from https://hominin.anthropology.wisc.edu/virtual-lab-regions-cranium.html
- National Library of Medicine. (2025). MedlinePlus. Medlineplus.gov. https://medlineplus.gov/
- OpenAI. (2023). ChatGPT (Mar 14 version) [Large language model]. https://chat.openai.com/chat
- Proximal & Distal [Anatomical Terms & direction]. (2023). Youtube, REV MED. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/1vavl-0larc
- Sheffield, S. (2022, January 8). Axial Skeleton | GetBodySmart. GetBodySmart. https://www.getbodysmart.com/skeleton-organization/axial-skeleton/
- SimpleNursing. (2025, August 27). Central & Peripheral Nervous System Explained | CNS vs PNS Nursing Guide | Mini Lesson Series. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeAtrDmRYyg
- 6.2: The Upper Limbs. (2021, June 13). Biology LibreTexts. https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Human_Biology/Human_Anatomy_Lab/06%3A_The_Appendicular_Skeleton/6.02%3A_The_Upper_Limbs
- 38.1: Types of Skeletal Systems. (2015, November 2). Biology LibreTexts. https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_and_General_Biology/General_Biology_1e_(OpenStax)/7%3A_Animal_Structure_and_Function/38%3A_The_Musculoskeletal_System/38.1%3A_Types_of_Skeletal_Systems
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Index
Topic 2
Topic 1
Body orientation & directional terms
Planes of the body
Topic 3
Body regions
Topic 5
Movement Terminology
Topic 6
Nervous system foundations
Topic 4
Skeletal Foundations
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Topic 1: Planes of the Body
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Planes of the Body
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Image source: OpenStax
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Topic 2: Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Note: this video autostarts at the 52 second mark.
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Topic 3: Body Regions
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The Axial & Appendicular Skeletons
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Image source: Biga et al. (2025)
The Axial Region - Trunk & Head
Let's review some familiar terms
Image source: Sheffield/GetBodySmart
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The Appendicular Region - Arms & Legs
Let's review some familiar terms
Lower Limb
Upper Limb
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Associated Abbreviations
Let's review some familiar terms
Hover your mouse here for more info on the abdominopelvic quadrants.
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Topic 4: Skeletal Foundations
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Cranial Bones
Let's review some familiar terms
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Image source: John Hawks Laboratory
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Thorax Bones
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Image source: OpenStax
Arm & Hand Bones
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Image source: Biology LibreTexts: The Upper Limbs
Leg & Foot Bones
Let's review some familiar terms
Hover your mouse here!
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Image source: Biology LibreTexts: Type of Skeletal Systems
Topic 5: Movement Terminology
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Movement Terms
Let's review some familiar terms
Click here to watch a video with more information on flexion and extension.
Click here to watch a video with more information on abduction and adduction.
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Back
Movement Terms
Let's review some familiar terms
Click here to watch a video for more information on dorsiflexion and plantar flexion.
Click here to watch a video for more information on inversion and eversion.
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Movement Terms
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Movement Terms
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Hip Extension
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Cervical Rotation
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Shoulder Flexion
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What position are both shoulders in?
What position are both knees in?
What position is the left hip in?
What position is the neck in?
Title
Title
Title
Title
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Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
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Topic 6: Nervous System Foundations
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Spine & Back
Let's review some familiar terms
Cervical
Thoracic
Spinal Column
Series of vertebrae supporting the body and protecting the spinal cord
Upper and mid-back region of the spine (T1-T12)
Neck region of the spine (C1-C7)
Sacral
Lumbar
Base of the spine, fused vertebrae above tailbone
Lower back region of spine (L1-L5)
Image source: OpenStax
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Nervous System Foundations
Let's review some familiar terms
Central & Peripheral Nervous System Explained
This video is a mini lesson by Nurse Mike who breaks down the Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) into simple concepts. He also provides some helpful neumonic devices you can use to remember these terms. Note: This video autostarts at the 40 second mark.
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The Launchpad Series:An OTA Student Success Tool
Module 1: Medical Terminology & Anatomy Foundations
GO!
Disclaimer These modules were developed in collaboration between doctoral capstone student Alyssa Antolin from Mary Baldwin University’s Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences and the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Tidewater Community College. These modules were created specifically to support students enrolled in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Tidewater Community College. The content is intended to serve as a supplemental resource to reinforce foundational knowledge and promote student success within the program. Students are responsible for adhering to the specific course requirements, materials, and expectations outlined by their individual programs. For guidance regarding examinations, practical assessments, graded assignments, and required study materials, students should consult and communicate directly with their program professors and instructors. These modules do not replace official course instruction or faculty-directed learning resources.
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Welcome & How to Use this Module
Read ALL instructions carefully BEFORE starting the module!
Purpose: This module is intended to serve as a refresher tool to review foundational prerequisite knowledge necessary before entering the OTA program.Module Structure:
Note: There is no penalty associated with scores on the Knowledge Checkpoints or Comprehensive Knowledge Check. These are intended to serve as practice and self-assessment tools only.
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Back
Module 1: Medical Terminology & Anatomy Foundations
Let's review the basics!
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Begin
Topic 1: Planes of the Body
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Back
Planes of the Body
Let's review some familiar terms
Image source: OpenStax
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Back
Knowledge Checkpoint
Please ensure you've reviewed the previous lesson before moving forward as you will not be able to return to the content once you click "Next".
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Back
Planes of the Body
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Topic 2: Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
Let's review some familiar terms
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Image source: OpenStax
Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
Let's review some familiar terms
Note: This video autostarts at the 52 second mark.
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Knowledge Checkpoint
Please ensure you've reviewed the previous lesson before moving forward as you will not be able to return to the content once you click "Next".
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Topic 3: Body Regions
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The Axial & Appendicular Skeletons
Hover your mouse here!
Next
Back
Image source: Biga et al. (2025)
The Axial Region - Trunk & Head
Let's review some familiar terms
Image source: Sheffield/GetBodySmart
Next
Back
The Appendicular Region - Arms & Legs
Let's review some familiar terms
Lower Limb
Upper Limb
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Associated Abbreviations
Let's review some familiar terms
Hover your mouse here for more info on the abdominopelvic quadrants.
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Knowledge Checkpoint
Please ensure you've reviewed the previous lesson before moving forward as you will not be able to return to the content once you click "Next".
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Body Regions
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Body Regions
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Body Regions
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Topic 4: Skeletal Foundations
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Cranial Bones
Let's review some familiar terms
Hover your mouse here!
Image source: John Hawks Laboratory
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Thorax Bones
Let's review some familiar terms
Hover your mouse here!
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Image source: OpenStax
Arm & Hand Bones
Let's review some familiar terms
Hover your mouse here!
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Image source: Biology LibreTexts: The Upper Limbs
Leg & Foot Bones
Let's review some familiar terms
Hover your mouse here!
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Image source: Biology LibreTexts: Type of Skeletal Systems
Knowledge Checkpoint
Please ensure you've reviewed the previous lesson before moving forward as you will not be able to return to the content once you click "Next".
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Skeletal Foundations
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Skeletal Foundations
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Skeletal Foundations
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Topic 5: Movement Terminology
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Movement Terms
Let's review some familiar terms
Click here to watch a video with more information on flexion and extension.
Click here to watch a video with more information on abduction and adduction.
Next
Back
Movement Terms
Let's review some familiar terms
Click here to watch a video for more information on dorsiflexion and plantar flexion.
Click here to watch a video for more information on inversion and eversion.
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Movement Terms
Let's review some familiar terms
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Knowledge Checkpoint
Please ensure you've reviewed the previous lesson before moving forward as you will not be able to return to the content once you click "Next".
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Movement Terms
Knowledge Checkpoint
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Hip Extension
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Shoulder Flexion
Cervical Rotation
Knee Extension
What position are both shoulders in?
What position is the left hip in?
What position is the right knee in?
What position is the neck in?
Title
Title
Title
Title
Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
Flip to see the answer
Flip to see the answer
Flip to see the answer
Flip to see the answer
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Movement Terms
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Topic 6: Nervous System Foundations
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Nervous System Foundations
Let's review some familiar terms
Cervical
Thoracic
Spinal Column
Series of vertebrae supporting the body and protecting the spinal cord
Upper and mid-back region of the spine (T1-T12)
Neck region of the spine (C1-C7)
Sacral
Lumbar
Base of the spine, fused vertebrae above tailbone
Lower back region of spine (L1-L5)
Image source: OpenStax
Next
Back
Nervous System Foundations
Let's review some familiar terms
Central & Peripheral Nervous System Explained
This video is a mini lesson by Nurse Mike who breaks down the Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) into simple concepts. He also provides some helpful neumonic devices you can use to remember these terms. Note: This video autostarts at the 40 second mark.
Next
Back
Nervous System Foundations
Let's review some familiar terms
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Image source: Guy-Evans (2021)/Simply Psychology.
Knowledge Checkpoint
Please ensure you've reviewed the previous lesson before moving forward as you will not be able to return to the content once you click "Next".
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Nervous System Foundations
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Nervous System Foundations
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Nervous System Foundations
Knowledge Checkpoint
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Comprehensive Knowledge Check
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Comprehensive Knowledge Check
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Comprehensive Knowledge Check
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Comprehensive Knowledge Check
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Index
Topic 2
Topic 1
Body orientation & directional terms
Planes of the body
Topic 3
Body regions
Topic 5
Movement Terminology
Topic 6
Nervous system foundations
Topic 4
Skeletal Foundations
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Topic 1: Planes of the Body
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Planes of the Body
Let's review some familiar terms
Image source: OpenStax
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Topic 2: Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Body Orientation & Directional Terms
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Note: this video autostarts at the 52 second mark.
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Topic 3: Body Regions
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The Axial & Appendicular Skeletons
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Image source: Biga et al. (2025)
The Axial Region - Trunk & Head
Let's review some familiar terms
Image source: Sheffield/GetBodySmart
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The Appendicular Region - Arms & Legs
Let's review some familiar terms
Lower Limb
Upper Limb
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Associated Abbreviations
Let's review some familiar terms
Hover your mouse here for more info on the abdominopelvic quadrants.
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Topic 4: Skeletal Foundations
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Cranial Bones
Let's review some familiar terms
Hover your mouse here!
Image source: John Hawks Laboratory
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Thorax Bones
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Image source: OpenStax
Arm & Hand Bones
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Image source: Biology LibreTexts: The Upper Limbs
Leg & Foot Bones
Let's review some familiar terms
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Image source: Biology LibreTexts: Type of Skeletal Systems
Topic 5: Movement Terminology
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Movement Terms
Let's review some familiar terms
Click here to watch a video with more information on flexion and extension.
Click here to watch a video with more information on abduction and adduction.
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Back
Movement Terms
Let's review some familiar terms
Click here to watch a video for more information on dorsiflexion and plantar flexion.
Click here to watch a video for more information on inversion and eversion.
Next
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Movement Terms
Let's review some familiar terms
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Movement Terms
Knowledge Checkpoint
Hip Extension
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Cervical Rotation
Use this side of the card to provide more information about a topic. Focus on one concept. Make learning and communication more efficient.
Shoulder Flexion
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Knee Extension
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What position are both shoulders in?
What position are both knees in?
What position is the left hip in?
What position is the neck in?
Title
Title
Title
Title
Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
Write a brief description here
Flip to see the answer
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Topic 6: Nervous System Foundations
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Spine & Back
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Cervical
Thoracic
Spinal Column
Series of vertebrae supporting the body and protecting the spinal cord
Upper and mid-back region of the spine (T1-T12)
Neck region of the spine (C1-C7)
Sacral
Lumbar
Base of the spine, fused vertebrae above tailbone
Lower back region of spine (L1-L5)
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Nervous System Foundations
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Central & Peripheral Nervous System Explained
This video is a mini lesson by Nurse Mike who breaks down the Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) into simple concepts. He also provides some helpful neumonic devices you can use to remember these terms. Note: This video autostarts at the 40 second mark.
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