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OTS 515 Test 1
Terms to Know: Medical Terminology
Word | Definition |
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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 |