Class Made: Directional Terms Anatomy

Front

What does 'superior' mean in anatomical terms?

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Refers to a position above or higher than another part of the body.

Front

What does 'inferior' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Refers to a position below or lower than another part of the body.

Front

What does 'medial' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Refers to a position closer to the midline of the body.

Front

What does 'lateral' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Refers to a position farther away from the midline of the body.

Front

What does 'anterior' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Refers to a position toward the front of the body.

Front

What does 'posterior' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Refers to a position toward the back of the body.

Front

What is the cephalic region?

Back

The area of the head.

Front

What is the cervical region?

Back

The area of the neck.

Front

What is the popliteal region?

Back

The area behind the knee.

Front

What is the patella?

Back

The kneecap.