Anatomical Directions Flashcards by Jillian Paterson

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Anterior

A

Front of body

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Posterior

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Back of body

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Superior

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Upper part of body

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Inferior

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Towards lower body

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Medial

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Middle of body inner side limbs

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Lateral

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Away from midline body outer side of limbs

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Proximal

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Centre of the body (navel)

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Distal

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Farther from centre of the body or point of limb to torso

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Superficial

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Body surface

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Deep

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Farther away from body surface more internal

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Dorsum

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Posterior surface of something (back of hand)

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Palmer

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Anterior surface of the hand (palm)

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Planter

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Sole of the foot

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