Directional Terms Review

Front

What does 'inferior' mean in directional terms?

Back

Inferior refers to a position that is below or away from the head.

Front

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

Back

Lateral refers to a position that is away from the midline of the body.

Front

What does 'posterior' mean in directional terms?

Back

Posterior refers to a position towards the back of the body.

Front

What does 'anterior' mean in directional terms?

Back

Anterior refers to a position towards the front of the body.

Front

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

Back

Medial refers to a position that is closer to the midline of the body.

Front

What does 'superior' mean in directional terms?

Back

Superior refers to a position that is above or closer to the head.

Front

What does 'proximal' mean in relation to limbs?

Back

Proximal refers to a position that is closer to the point of attachment or origin.

Front

What does 'distal' mean in relation to limbs?

Back

Distal refers to a position that is farther from the point of attachment or origin.

Front

What is the relationship between the bellybutton and the mouth?

Back

The bellybutton is inferior to the mouth.

Front

What is the relationship between the arms and the chest?

Back

The arms are lateral to the chest.