Anaphy Chapter 1 Directional Terms of the Basic Anatomical Terminology Flashcards
Directional Terms of the Basic Anatomical Terminology
1
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Standing erect with face directed forward.
A
Anatomical Position
2
Q
Below
A
Inferior
3
Q
Toward the back
A
Dorsal
4
Q
Above
A
Superior
4
Q
Toward the back
A
Posterior
5
Q
Farther from a point of attachment
A
Distal
5
Q
Toward the front
A
Anterior
6
Q
Belly
A
Ventral
7
Q
Closer to the point of attachment
A
Proximal
8
Q
Away from the midline of the body
A
Lateral
9
Q
Toward the middle
A
Medial
10
Q
Toward or the surface
A
Superficial
(external)
11
Q
Away from the surface
A
Deep
(internal)
12
Q
Towards the tail
A
Coudal
12
Q
Cellular Level - Outside
A
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