Positions and Directions Flashcards
1
Q
Above Something. Only relative to trunk.
A
Superior
2
Q
In front of something.
A
Anterior
3
Q
Behind something.
A
Posterior
4
Q
Facing / closer to the midline.
A
Medial
5
Q
Away / farther to the midline.
A
Lateral
6
Q
Nearest to the point of attachment. only relative to the limbs.
A
Proximal
7
Q
Away to the point of attachment. Only relative to the limbs.
A
Distal
8
Q
Below something.
A
Inferior
9
Q
Surface ( outer part ) .
A
Superficial
10
Q
Further into the body.
A
Deep
11
Q
Facing up. ( Supination )
A
Supine
12
Q
Facing down. ( Pronation )
A
Prone
