Incisions

Question 1

What is the anatomical landmark represented by ‘X’?

Answer 1

External occipital protuberance

The external occipital protuberance is a bony bump on the back of the skull.

Question 2

What does ‘S’ stand for in anatomical landmarks?

Answer 2

Coccyx

The coccyx is commonly known as the tailbone, located at the base of the vertebral column.

Question 3

Identify the landmark represented by ‘T’.

Answer 3

Midaxillary line (iliac crest)

The midaxillary line is an anatomical reference line that runs vertically down the body, intersecting the iliac crest.

Question 4

What anatomical structure does ‘M’ refer to?

Answer 4

Mastoid process

The mastoid process is a bony prominence located behind the ear, part of the temporal bone.

Question 5

What is indicated by ‘B’ in the anatomical landmarks?

Answer 5

Acromion process

The acromion process is the bony tip of the shoulder blade (scapula).

Question 6

What does ‘F’ represent in this context?

Answer 6

Point halfway down arm

This point generally refers to a location used for certain medical assessments or measurements.

Question 7

What does ‘R’ refer to in the list of anatomical landmarks?

Answer 7

Spinous process

The spinous process is a bony projection off the back of each vertebra.

Question 8

Identify the anatomical landmark denoted by ‘U’.

Answer 8

Level of inferior angle scapula

The inferior angle of the scapula is the lowest point of the shoulder blade.