Directional Terms Flashcards
1
Q
Lateral
A
Away from the midline
2
Q
Medial
A
Close to the midline
3
Q
Anterior
A
Front (Side)
4
Q
Posterior
A
Back (Side)
5
Q
Proximal
A
Close to point of attachment
6
Q
Distal
A
Away from point of attachment
7
Q
Superior
A
Above
8
Q
Inferior
A
Below
9
Q
Ventral
A
Front (Stomach)
10
Q
Dorsal
A
Back (Spine)