Directional And Reference Terms Flashcards
1
Q
Superior
A
Above
Ex.: The forehead is superior to the nose.
2
Q
Inferior
A
Below
Ex.: the heart is inferior to the head.
3
Q
Ventral (anterior)
A
Ex.: The sternum is ventral to the vertebral column
4
Q
Dorsal (posterior)
A
Toward the back of the spine
Ex.: The vertebral column is dorsal to the sternum.
5
Q
Medial
A
Toward the midline of the body
Ex.: The heart is medial to the lungs.
6
Q
Lateral
A
Away from the midline of the body.
Ex.: The lungs are lateral to the heart.
7
Q
Proximal
A
(Limbs)
CLoser to the point of attachment of limb to the trunk
Ex.: The elbow is proximal to receipt.
