Positional Words Flashcards
1
Q
Proximal
A
Above
2
Q
Distal
A
Below
3
Q
Medial
A
Middle
4
Q
Lateral
A
Side
5
Q
Posterior/dorsal
A
Back
6
Q
Anterior/ventral
A
Front
7
Q
Supine
A
Lying on back
8
Q
Prone
A
Lying face down
9
Q
Fowler position
A
Sitting
10
Q
Lateral recumbent/recovery
A
On side
11
Q
Palmar
A
Palm of the hand
12
Q
Plantar
A
Sole of the foot
13
Q
Axilla
A
Arm pit