Body Orientation and Direction Flashcards by jennifer hernandez | Brainscape

Q

Superior

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Structure along axis of body; above

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Inferior

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Structure along axis of body; below

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Anterior

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Most forward; front

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Posterior

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Most toward backside

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Medial

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Closer to body midline

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Lateral

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Away from body midline

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Proximal

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Refers to limbs/ elongated organ; near

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Distal

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Refers to limbs/ elongated organ; Further

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Superficial

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Locate organs; Toward body surface

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Deep

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Locate organs; away from body surface

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