1. Directional terms

Question 1

Definition of directional terms

Answer 1

Positions of structures relative to other structures/ locations of body

Question 2

Superior/ Cranial

Answer 2

toward head end pf body

eg. hand is superior extremity

Question 3

Inferior/ caudal

Answer 3

away from head

eg. foot is inferior extremity

Question 4

Anterior/ ventral

Answer 4

front

eg. patella anterior of leg

Question 5

Posterior/ dorsal

Answer 5

back

eg. shoulder blades are posterior side of body

Question 6

medial

Answer 6

toward midline of body

eg. middle toe

Question 7

lateral

Answer 7

away from midline of body

Question 8

Proximal

Answer 8

nearest to the point of origin

Question 9

Distal

Answer 9

away from the point of orgin