Review 1.8: Anatomical Terminology

Front

Which of the following is NOT part of the description for the "anatomical position"? Options: Facing forward, Arms at sides, Palms toward front

Back

Laying down

Front

The ____ plane divides the body into left and right portions (not necessarily equal portions).

Back

Sagittal plane

Front

The ____ plane divides the body into anterior and posterior portions.

Back

Frontal plane

Front

The ____ plane divides the body into superior and inferior portions.

Back

Transverse plane

Front

The viewer's LEFT side is the patient's ____ side.

Back

Right

Front

____ means away from the midline.

Back

Lateral

Front

____ means at or near the back of the body.

Back

Posterior

Front

____ means above or higher than another organ or part of the body.

Back

Superior

Front

____ means to be closer to the point of attachment for a limb.

Back

Proximal

Front

____ means to be farther from the surface of the body.

Back

Deep