Anatomical Terminology and Directional Terms

In this video, Patrick Kelley introduces directional terms used in anatomy to describe the location of body parts. He explains the importance of the anatomic position as a reference point and describes the three main body planes: transverse, frontal, and sagittal. Kelley then details various directional terms such as medial, lateral, superior, inferior, anterior, and posterior, and explains limb-specific terms like proximal and distal. The video concludes with practical applications of these terms in anatomical studies.

What is the standardized position used as a reference for directional terms in anatomy?

• Supine position

• Anatomic position

• Prone position

• Lateral position

Which anatomical plane divides the body into top and bottom halves?

• Frontal plane

• Coronal plane

• Sagittal plane

• Transverse plane

What does the term 'medial' refer to in anatomical terminology?

• Towards the head

• Towards the feet

• Towards the midline

• Away from the midline

Which term describes a position closer to the head?

• Inferior

• Posterior

• Anterior

• Superior

What does 'anterior' refer to in anatomical terms?

• Towards the back

• Towards the front

• Towards the midline

• Towards the side

Which term is used to describe a structure closer to the surface of the body?

• Distal

• Deep

• Superficial

• Proximal

What does 'distal' mean in relation to limb anatomy?

• Closer to the trunk

• Farther from the trunk

• Towards the midline

• Away from the midline

Which term describes the bottom of the foot?

• Dorsal

• Plantar

• Palmar

• Ventral

What is the term for the side of the hand where the palm is located?

• Ventral

• Dorsal

• Plantar

• Palmar

Which term refers to a position closer to the point of attachment of a limb?

• Distal

• Proximal

• Lateral

• Medial