Directional Terms Flashcards
1
Q
Proximal
A
Closest to the point of origin of the body
2
Q
Distal
A
Farthest away from the point of origin of the body
3
Q
Superior
A
Above
4
Q
Inferior
A
Below
5
Q
Anterior
A
Toward the front
6
Q
Posterior
A
Toward the back
7
Q
Medial
A
Toward the midline of the body
8
Q
Lateral
A
Away from the midline of the body
