Anatomical Terms

Front

What is the Anatomical Position?

Back

The body is standing straight, facing forward, with upper limbs at the sides and palms facing forward.

Front

What does 'Superficial' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

It describes a position closer to the surface of the body.

Front

What does 'Distal' refer to?

Back

It refers to a position away from the origin or trunk of the body.

Front

In the anatomical position, which direction do the palms face?

Back

The palms face forward.

Front

What does 'Deep' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

It describes a position farther from the surface of the body.

Front

What is the meaning of 'Proximal'?

Back

It refers to a position closer to the origin or trunk of the body.

Front

Define 'Medial'.

Back

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

Front

What does 'Lateral' mean?

Back

Lateral refers to a position farther from the midline of the body.

Front

Explain the term 'Anterior'.

Back

Anterior refers to the front side of the body.

Front

What does 'Posterior' mean?

Back

Posterior refers to the back side of the body.