Anatomical Directions Flashcards
1
Q
Proximal
A
Close to the attachment point
2
Q
Distal
A
Far from the attachment point
3
Q
Cranial or Cephalic
A
Close to the head
4
Q
Anterior or ventral
A
Located on the front of the body
5
Q
Posterior or Dorsal
A
Located on the back of the body
6
Q
Medial
A
Located near the middle of the body
7
Q
Lateral
A
Located away from the middle of the body