Anatomy and Directional Terms Quiz

What is the term for the body position where it is lying face up?

• Prone position

• Supine position

• Anatomical position

• Lateral position

Which term describes a structure that is closer to the midline of the body?

• Proximal

• Lateral

• Distal

• Medial

What does the term 'distal' refer to in anatomical terminology?

• Closer to the origin of a structure

• Farther from the midline of the body

• Farther from the origin of a structure

• Closer to the surface of the body

Which plane divides the body into anterior and posterior portions?

• Transverse plane

• Oblique plane

• Sagittal plane

• Frontal plane

What is the specific name for the plane that divides the body into equal right and left halves?

• Midsagittal plane

• Transverse plane

• Frontal plane

• Oblique plane