Directional Terms Flashcards
1
Q
Superior
A
above
Ex. eye superior to nose
2
Q
Inferior
A
below
Ex. mouth inferior to ear
3
Q
Anterior
A
front
Ex. knee cap anterior to calf
4
Q
Posterior
A
back
Ex. heel posterior to toes
5
Q
Medial
A
middle
Ex. mouth medial to ear
6
Q
Lateral
A
side
Ex. eye lateral to nose
7
Q
Proximal
A
near
Ex. shoulder proximal to finger