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OTS 515 Test 1
Terms to Know: Medical Terminology
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Pelvis | The basin-shaped bone in the body which lies between the legs; bordered by the two hip bones |
| Scapula | Collarbone |
| Humerus | Bone which runs from the shoulder to the elbow |
| Radius | Bone of the lower arm (on the thumb side) |
| Ulna | Bone of the lower arm (pinky side) |
| Midline | The imaginary line which divides the body into the left and right "halves" |
| Anterior | Situated toward the front of the body |
| Posterior | Situated toward the hind part of the body |
| Medial | Lying or extending to the middle |
| Lateral | Relating to the side |
| Proximal | Next to or near the point of attachment or origin |
| Distal | Situated away from the point of attachment/ origin |
| Flexion | Bending movement that decreases the angle between two parts. |
| Extension | A straightening movement that increases the angle between body parts |