Terms For Describing Body Structure Ch. 1 Flashcards by Michelle Unknown | Brainscape

Q

Superior

A

Towards head
Upper
Above

EX: Lungs superior to diaphragm

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Inferior

A

Toward feet
Lower
Below

EX: Stomach inferior to diaphragm

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Anterior

A

Front

In front of

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Posterior

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Back

In back of

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Medial

A

Towards midline

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Lateral

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Away from midline

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Proximal

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Near point of attachment to body

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Distal

A

Away from point of attachment to body

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Superficial

A

Near surface of body

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Deep

A

Away from surface of body

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Ipsilateral

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On same side of midline

EX: R arm and R leg

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Contralateral

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On opposite side of midline

EX: R arm and L leg

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