Anatomical Position Flashcards
Lecture 1
1
Q
Anatomical position
A
head, eyes, and toes directed anteriorly
upper limbs by the sides with palms facing anteriorly
lower limbs close together with feet parallel.
2
Q
anterior
A
front
3
Q
posterior
A
back
4
Q
ventral
A
belly side
5
Q
dorsal
A
back side
6
Q
medial
A
toward midline
7
Q
lateral
A
away from midline
8
Q
superior
A
toward head
9
Q
inferior
A
toward feet
10
Q
cranial
A
toward head
11
Q
caudal
A
toward tail
12
Q
prone
A
face down
13
Q
supine
A
face up
14
Q
proximal
A
closer to head
15
Q
distal
A
further away
