Planes, cavities, and directional terms

Front

What does the vertebral cavity hold?

Back

The spinal cord.

Front

Where is the sternum located in relation to the spine?

Back

Anterior to the spine.

Front

Where is the heart located in relation to the sternum?

Back

Posterior to the sternum.

Front

What is the definition of the transverse body plane?

Back

It is horizontal, also called a cross section.

Front

How is the pelvic region positioned in relation to the tarsal region?

Back

Distal to the tarsal region.

Front

What is the definition of 'anterior'?

Back

Refers to the front of the body.

Front

What is the definition of 'posterior'?

Back

Refers to the back of the body.

Front

What does 'dorsal' refer to in anatomical terms?

Back

Refers to the back side of the body.

Front

What does 'ventral' refer to in anatomical terms?

Back

Refers to the front or belly side of the body.

Front

What is the definition of 'proximal'?

Back

Closer to the point of attachment or to a given reference point.