Anatomy 1 - Introduction to Anatomy Flashcards
1
Q
Anatomical Position
A
- Body is erect
- Head, eyes, toes directed forward
- Upper limb at side with palms forward, thumbs outward
2
Q
Supine
A
Lying on back
3
Q
Prone
A
Lying face down
4
Q
Coronal Plane
A
Divides into anterior (ventral) and posterior (dorsal)
5
Q
Horizontal plane (axial/transverse)
A
Divides into inferior (caudal) and superior (cranial)
6
Q
Sagittal plane (medial)
A
Divides into lateral and medial
7
Q
Flexion
A
Decrease angle of joint
8
Q
Extension
A
Increase angle of joint
9
Q
Abduction
A
Away from sagittal plane
10
Q
Adduction
A
Toward sagittal plane
11
Q
Medial Rotation
A
Rotation toward the body
12
Q
Lateral Rotation
A
Rotation away from the body
13
Q
Dorsiflexion
A
Extension of the foot at the ankle
14
Q
Plantarflexion
A
Flexion of foot at the ankle
