Directional References Flashcards

1
Q

Superior

A

above a structure

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2
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Inferior

A

Below a structure

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3
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Anterior/Ventral

A

toward front of body

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4
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Posterior/Dorsal

A

Toward back of body`

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5
Q

Medial

A

toward midline of body

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6
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Lateral

A

away from midline of body (toward the side)

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7
Q

Ipsilateral

A

on the same side of the body

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8
Q

contralteral

A

on the opposite side of the body

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9
Q

intermediate

A

between two structures

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10
Q

Proximal

A

Closer to the point of attachment of a limb

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11
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Distal

A

Farther from the point of attachment of a limb

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12
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Superficial

A

Toward surface of the body

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13
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Deep

A

away from surface of the body

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