Anatomic Directions Flashcards
1
Q
anterior
A
front
2
Q
posterior
A
back
3
Q
dorsal
A
back
4
Q
ventral
A
belly side (same as anterior)
5
Q
medial
A
toward midline
6
Q
lateral
A
away from midline
7
Q
proximal
A
toward an attached base
8
Q
distal
A
away from an attached base
9
Q
superior
A
above
10
Q
inferior
A
below
11
Q
cranial (rostral)
A
towards the head
12
Q
caudal
A
tail