FIS2601-EXAM REVIEW
, Question 1 [5]
Define the following terms used to describe the location of structures relative to the body as a whole or to
other structures:
1.1 Superior (1)
‘Superior’ is the anatomical term that describes the structures of the body located above a particular structure
1.2 Inferior (1)
In anatomy, below or toward the feet. As opposed to superior. The liver is inferior to the lungs.
1.3 Anterior (1)
Anterior refers to the front of the human body when used to describe anatomy
1.4 Posterior (1)
Posterior is the opposite of anterior and refers to the back of the body.
1.5 Medial (1)
Medial means toward the middle or center. It is the opposite of lateral.
, Question 1 [5]
Define the following terms used to describe the location of structures relative to the body as a whole or to
other structures:
1.1 Superior (1)
‘Superior’ is the anatomical term that describes the structures of the body located above a particular structure
1.2 Inferior (1)
In anatomy, below or toward the feet. As opposed to superior. The liver is inferior to the lungs.
1.3 Anterior (1)
Anterior refers to the front of the human body when used to describe anatomy
1.4 Posterior (1)
Posterior is the opposite of anterior and refers to the back of the body.
1.5 Medial (1)
Medial means toward the middle or center. It is the opposite of lateral.
