Anatomical Directions Flashcards
1
Q
Define the term ‘dorsal’.
A
The top of the body
The top of the nose, along the head and spine all the way down to the tail
2
Q
Define the term ‘ventral’.
A
The underside of the body
The chest and stomach
3
Q
Define the term ‘rostral’.
A
Towards the nose
4
Q
Define the term ‘cranial’.
A
Towards the head
5
Q
Define the term ‘caudal’.
A
Towards the backend
6
Q
Define the term ‘palmar’.
A
Relates to the back part of the forelimb
7
Q
Define the term ‘plantar’.
A
Relates to the back part of the hindlimb
8
Q
Define the term ‘proximal’.
A
Towards the body
Away from the legs
9
Q
Define the term ‘distal’.
A
Away from the body
Relating to the legs
