Mod D Tech 2 Anatomical Directional Terms Flashcards
1
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Anterior:
A
In front of, front
2
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Posterior:
A
After, behind, following, toward the rear
3
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Distal:
A
Away from, furthest from the point of attachment
4
Q
Proximal:
A
Near, closer to the point of attachment
5
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Dorsal:
A
Near the upper surface, toward the back
6
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Ventral:
A
Toward the front
7
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Superior:
A
Above, over
8
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Inferior:
A
Below, under
9
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Lateral:
A
Toward the side, away from the mid-line
10
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Medial:
A
Toward the mid-line, middle, away from the side
11
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Caudal:
A
Toward the tail
12
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External:
A
Outside of, Outer
13
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Internal:
A
Inside of, Inner
14
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A
Three Planes of the body
