Orientational and Directional Terms Flashcards

1
Q

What is anatomical position?

A

Upright (standing up), feet forward, palms facing forward

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2
Q

Superior

A

Above

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3
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Inferior

A

Below

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4
Q

Anterior

A

Front

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5
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Posterior

A

Back

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6
Q

Medial

A

Middle

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7
Q

Lateral

A

Side

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8
Q

Intermediate

A

in the middle of two other terms

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9
Q

Proximal

A

closer to attachment

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10
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Distal

A

farther from attachment

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11
Q

Superficial

A

on the surface of the body

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12
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Deep

A

underneath the surface of the body

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