Directional terms Flashcards
1
Q
Intermediate
A
between two structures
2
Q
Ipsilateral
A
on the same side of the body as another structure
3
Q
Contralateral
A
on the opposite side of the body from another structure
4
Q
Body cavities
A
spaces within the body that contain, protect, separate & support internal organs
5
Q
Cranial cavity
A
formed by cranial bones & contains the brain
6
Q
Vertebral cavity
A
formed by vertebral column & contains spinal chord & beginning of spinal nerves
7
Q
thoracic cavity components
A
mediastinum
pleura
pericardium
8
Q
what separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity?
A
the diaphragm
9
Q
transverse
A
divides the body into superior & inferior
