Asked by Dominique Dickenson on May 17, 2024
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All of the following are inferior to the umbilical region EXCEPT the ________.
A) epigastric region
B) pubic region
C) urinary bladder
D) hypogastric region
Umbilical Region
The umbilical region is the area surrounding the umbilicus (navel), centrally located in the abdominal region.
Hypogastric Region
The lower central part of the abdomen located beneath the umbilical region and above the pelvic brim.
Epigastric Region
The upper central region of the abdomen, located above the stomach and beneath the ribs.
- Grasp the difference between superior and inferior anatomical locations.
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Joslynn GarciaMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The epigastric region is located superior to the umbilical region, while the other options (pubic region, urinary bladder, and hypogastric region) are all located inferior to the umbilical region.
Learning Objectives
- Grasp the difference between superior and inferior anatomical locations.