Anatomical Directions Flashcards
1
Q
What are directional terms used for?
A
Describing relative positions of body parts
2
Q
What is towards the head, upper or above?
A
Superior
3
Q
What is towards the feet, lower or below?
A
Inferior
4
Q
What is front or in front of?
A
Anterior
5
Q
What is back, or in back of?
A
Posterior (dorsal)
6
Q
Which directional term is towards the midline?
A
Medial
7
Q
Which directional term refers to toward or nearest the trunk of the body?
A
Proximal
8
Q
Which is away from or farthest from trunk or point of origin of body?
A
Distal
