Question

select the correct answer. which statement correctly describes the position of the structures? a. the navel is superior to the head. b. the head is inferior to the abdomen. c. the heart is anterior to the breastbone. d. the heart is medial to the arm. e. the stomach is superior to the heart.

Explanation:

In anatomical terms, "medial" refers to being closer to the mid - line of the body. The heart is closer to the mid - line of the body compared to the arm. Option A is incorrect as the head is superior to the navel. Option B is incorrect as the head is superior to the abdomen. Option C is incorrect as the heart is posterior to the breastbone. Option E is incorrect as the heart is superior to the stomach.

Answer:

D. The heart is medial to the arm