Regional Terms

Front

What does 'posterior' mean in relation to body parts?

Back

'Posterior' refers to the back side of the body.

Front

What does 'medial' mean in relation to body parts?

Back

'Medial' means closer to the midline of the body.

Front

What does 'proximal' mean in relation to body parts?

Back

'Proximal' refers to a part of the body that is closer to the point of attachment or to the trunk.

Front

What does 'superficial' mean in relation to body parts?

Back

'Superficial' means closer to the surface of the body.

Front

What does 'deep' mean in relation to body parts?

Back

'Deep' refers to parts that are further away from the surface of the body.

Front

What is the opposite of 'anterior'?

Back

'Posterior' is the opposite of 'anterior', which means the front side of the body.

Front

What does 'lateral' mean in relation to body parts?

Back

'Lateral' means further away from the midline of the body.

Front

Give an example of a body part that is 'medial' to the ears.

Back

The nose is 'medial' to the ears.

Front

Give an example of a body part that is 'proximal' to the calf region.

Back

The thigh is 'proximal' to the calf region.

Front

What is an example of a 'superficial' structure in the body?

Back

The skin is a 'superficial' structure.