Directional terms and Postures Flashcards
1
Q
Anatomical Position
A
Standing erect
Facing you
Arms down at the sides, with palm facing forward
2
Q
Anterior / Ventral
A
Front of the body
3
Q
Posterior / Dorsal
A
Back of the body
4
Q
Midline
A
Imaginary line that divides the body into right and left halves
5
Q
Medial
A
Towards to midline
6
Q
Lateral
A
Away from midline
7
Q
Superior
A
Towards the top
8
Q
Inferior
A
Towards the bottom
9
Q
Proximal
A
Closer
10
Q
Distal
A
Away
11
Q
Supine
A
Lying on his back
12
Q
Prone
A
Lying face down
13
Q
Lateral recumbent position
A
Lying on side
