Directional References Flashcards
1
Q
Superior
A
above a structure
2
Q
Inferior
A
Below a structure
3
Q
Anterior/Ventral
A
toward front of body
4
Q
Posterior/Dorsal
A
Toward back of body`
5
Q
Medial
A
toward midline of body
6
Q
Lateral
A
away from midline of body (toward the side)
7
Q
Ipsilateral
A
on the same side of the body
8
Q
contralteral
A
on the opposite side of the body
9
Q
intermediate
A
between two structures
10
Q
Proximal
A
Closer to the point of attachment of a limb
11
Q
Distal
A
Farther from the point of attachment of a limb
12
Q
Superficial
A
Toward surface of the body
13
Q
Deep
A
away from surface of the body
