Anatomical Position Flashcards
Regional terms for body parts
1
Q
Superior
A
Above
2
Q
Inferior
A
Below
3
Q
Anterior
A
Front
4
Q
Posterior/Dorsal
A
Back
5
Q
Medial
A
Towards midline
6
Q
Lateral
A
Away from midline
7
Q
Proximal
A
Towards trunk
8
Q
Distal
A
Away from trunk
9
Q
Superficial
A
Towards surface
10
Q
Deep
A
Under surface
11
Q
Ipsilateral
A
Same side
12
Q
Contralateral
A
Opposite side