Anatomic Directional Terms Flashcards
1
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Anterior
A
In front of ; toward the front surface
2
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Posterior
A
In back of; toward the back surface
3
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Dorsal
A
At the back side of the human body
4
Q
Ventral
A
At the belly side of the human body
5
Q
Superior
A
closer to the head
6
Q
Inferior
A
Closer to the feet
7
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Cranial
A
At the head end
8
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Caudal
A
At the rear or tail end
9
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Rostral
A
Toward the nose or mouth
10
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Medial
A
Toward the midline of the body
11
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Deep
A
On the inside internal to another structure
12
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Superficial
A
On the outside
13
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Proximal
A
Closest to point of attachment to trunk
14
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Distal
A
Furthest from point to attachment to trunk
