Anatomical Directions and Planes Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the term 'Superior' refer to?

Farther from the origin of a body part

Away from the midline of the body

Toward the head end or upper part of the body (correct)

Closer to the origin of the body part

What does the term 'Inferior' mean?

Away from the back of the body

Toward the body surface

Toward or at the midline of the body

Away from the head end or lower part of the body (correct)

What does 'Anterior' refer to?

Toward or at the front of the body (correct)

Farther from the origin of a body part

Between a more medial and a more lateral structure

Toward or at the back of the body

What does the term 'Posterior' mean?

Toward the back of the body Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Medial' refer to?

Closer to the midline of the body Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Lateral' mean?

Away from the midline of the body Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Intermediate' refer to?

Between a more medial and a more lateral structure Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Proximal' mean?

Closer to the origin of a body part Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by the term 'Distal'?

Farther from the origin of a body part Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Superficial' mean?

Toward or at the body surface Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Deep' refer to?

Away from the body surface; internal Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Median Plane'?

Vertical plane that divides the body into right and left parts Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Frontal Plane'?

Vertical; divides body anterior and posterior Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Transverse Plane'?

Horizontal form right to left Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Anatomical Directions

Superior: Refers to a position that is toward the head or upper part of the body.
Inferior: Indicates a position away from the head or lower part of the body.
Anterior (ventral): Denotes a location toward the front of the body.
Posterior (dorsal): Signifies a position toward the back of the body.
Medial: Describes a position that is toward or at the midline of the body.
Lateral: Refers to a position that is away from the midline of the body.
Intermediate: Indicates a position located between a more medial and a more lateral structure.
Proximal: Describes a position that is closer to the origin of a body part.
Distal: Indicates a position that is farther from the origin of a body part.
Superficial (external): Refers to a position toward or at the surface of the body.
Deep (internal): Describes a position that is away from the body surface and more internal.

Anatomical Planes

Median Plane: A vertical plane that divides the body into right and left halves.
Frontal Plane: A vertical plane that divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections.
Transverse Plane: A horizontal plane that divides the body into upper (superior) and lower (inferior) parts.

Description

Test your knowledge of anatomical terms with these flashcards. Each card features a key term related to body directions, planes, or sections, along with its definition. Perfect for students in anatomy or related fields looking to reinforce their understanding.