Medical Terminology - Relative positions/Directions Flashcards by Justin Parrish | Brainscape

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Anterior

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Before or in front of

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Distal

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Far away from

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Dorsal

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Pertaining to the back

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Inferior

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Below

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Lateral

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To the side

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Medial

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To the center

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Palmar

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Pertaining to the palm of the hand

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Plantar

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Pertaining to the sole of the foot

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Posterior

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Behind or in the back

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Prone

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Lying face downward

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Proximal

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Near or nearest to

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Superior

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Above

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Supine

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Lying face upward

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Ventral

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Pertaining to the front or abdominal surface

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