Directional Terms & Definitions Flashcards
1
Q
What does Directional Terms describes?
A
The location of a structure in a relation to other structures or locations.
2
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Define Anterior
A
Close to the front of the body.
3
Q
Define Cranial
A
Toward the head.
4
Q
Define Contralateral
A
Opposite sides of the body.
5
Q
Define Deep
A
Farther away from the surface of the body.
6
Q
Define Distal
A
Farther away from the body’s core.
7
Q
Define Dorsal
A
Toward the back of the body.
8
Q
Define Inferior
A
Below, Lower
9
Q
Define Ipsilateral
A
The same side of the body.
10
Q
Define Lateral
A
Away from the midline of the body.
11
Q
Define Medial
A
Toward the midline of the body.
12
Q
Define Posterior
A
Closer to the back of the body.
13
Q
Define Proximal
A
Nearer/closer to the body’s core.
14
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Define Superficial
A
Closer to the surface.
15
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Define Superior
A
Above, higher.
