Anatomy quiz 2 - anatomical positions and terminology Flashcards
1
Q
superior
A
above
2
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inferior
A
below
3
Q
anterior
A
toward the front of the body
4
Q
posterior
A
toward the back of the body
5
Q
medial
A
toward the midline of the body
6
Q
lateral
A
toward one side of the body
7
Q
intermediate
A
between two structures
8
Q
proximal
A
closer to one origin of attachment/trunk than another part is
ex: the wrist is proximal (closer) to the elbow than the shoulder
9
Q
distal
A
farther from origin of attachment/trunk than another part is
10
Q
superficial
A
toward surface
11
Q
deep
A
internal
12
Q
abdominal region
A
anterior body trunk inferior to ribs
