Anatomical terms Flashcards
1
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Frontal
A
This line divides the body into front and back
2
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Transverse
A
Divides the body into upper and lower parts
3
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Median
A
Divides the body into right and left halves
4
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Anterior
A
Towards the front of the body
5
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Posterior
A
Towards the back of the body
6
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Lateral
A
Towards the outer side
7
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Medial
A
Towards the midline
8
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Inferior
A
Lower than or below
9
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Superior
A
Higher than or above
10
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Proximal
A
Refers to limbs only – nearest to the point of attachment
11
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Distal
A
Refers to limbs only – furthest away from the point of attachment
12
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Flexion
A
Decreases the angle at a joint
13
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Extension
A
Increases the angle at a joint
14
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Abduction
A
Move away from the midline
15
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Adduction
A
Bring closer to the midline
