Directional Terminology Practice

Front

What cavity contains the eye structures?

Back

Orbital cavity.

Front

What term describes a position toward the surface of the body?

Back

Superficial.

Front

What term describes a position away from the surface of the body?

Back

Deep.

Front

What term describes a position below another part of the body?

Back

Inferior.

Front

What is the anatomical position where the body is lying face up?

Back

Supine.

Front

What term describes a position toward the midline of the body?

Back

Medial.

Front

What term describes a position away from the midline of the body?

Back

Lateral.

Front

What term describes a position closer to the point of attachment of a limb?

Back

Proximal.

Front

What term describes a position farther from the point of attachment of a limb?

Back

Distal.

Front

What is the term for the front side of the body?

Back

Anterior.