HBS 1.1.2 - Anatomical Directional Terms

Front

What does 'proximal' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

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

Front

What does 'anterior' refer to in anatomical directional terms?

Back

Anterior refers to the front side of the body.

Front

What is the definition of 'frontal plane'?

Back

The frontal plane is a vertical plane that divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) parts.

Front

What does 'medial' mean in relation to anatomical positioning?

Back

Medial refers to a position that is closer to the midline of the body in relation to another part.

Front

What does 'superior' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Superior refers to a position that is above or higher than another part of the body.

Front

What is the opposite of 'proximal'?

Back

The opposite of proximal is 'distal', which means further away from the point of attachment or trunk.

Front

What does 'posterior' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Posterior refers to the back side of the body.

Front

What is the definition of 'distal'?

Back

Distal refers to a position that is further away from the point of attachment or trunk of the body.

Front

What does 'lateral' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

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

Front

What is the meaning of 'inferior' in anatomical terms?

Back

Inferior refers to a position that is below or lower than another part of the body.