Anatomic Locations Flashcards
1
Q
Superior
A
Above
2
Q
Inferior
A
Below
3
Q
Proximal
A
Nearest to point of reference
4
Q
Distal
A
Furthest from point of reference
5
Q
Anterior
A
Front
6
Q
Posterior
A
Behind
7
Q
Medial
A
Closer to the midline of the body
8
Q
Lateral
A
Farther from the middle of the body
9
Q
Ipsilateral
A
Same side of the body
10
Q
Contralateral
A
Opposite side of the body