Directional Terminology Flashcards by Gina Rinaldi | Brainscape

Q

Superior

A

Towards the head, upper, above

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Dorsal/Posterior

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Towards the back, posterior

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Distal

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Farthest from the point of origin

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Medial

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Towards the midline

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Proximal

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Nearest to the point of origin

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Anterior/Ventral

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Front, in front of

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Inferior

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Towards the feet

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Superficial

A

Near the Surface

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Posterior/Dorsal

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Back, in back of

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Deep

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Farthest away from the surface

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Ventral/Anterior

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Front, in front of

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Lateral

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Towards the side

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