SHS Med Term Word Scramble
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Term | Definition |
Anterior, Ventral | Toward front of body |
Transverse Plane | Divides body upper and lower portions |
Posterior, Dorsal | Toward back of the body |
Distal | Away from the point of origin |
Proximal | Closest or near the point of origin |
Plantar | Pertaining to the sole of the foot |
Frontal, Coronal Plane | Divides body into anterior and posterior |
Palmar | Pertaining to the palm of the hand |
Medial | toward mid-line or middle |
Inversion | State of turning inward |
Prone | Lying straight on one's front; facedown |
Unilateral | Pertaining to one side only |
Deep | Situated far below the surface |
Adduction | Drawing toward the mid-line |
Cephalic, Superior | Toward the top of the body |
Superficial | Situated near the surface |
Extension | Increase angle of joint |
Bilateral | Pertaining to both sides |
Flexion | Decreases angle of the joint |
Afferrent | Toward a center |
Sagittal Plane | divides body into left and right sides |
Eversion | State of turning outward |
Lateral | Toward side |
Supine | Lying straight on one's back; face up |
Abduction | Drawing away from the middle |
Caudal, Inferior | Toward lower end of body |
Effernet | Away from center |
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