What are Some Common Anatomical Terms Nurses Should Know?
Nurses should be familiar with basic anatomical terminology to communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals. Some common terms include:
- [Anterior](href) and [Posterior](href): Referring to the front and back of the body. - [Medial](href) and [Lateral](href): Indicating positions closer to or farther from the midline of the body. - [Proximal](href) and [Distal](href): Describing positions closer to or farther from the point of attachment or origin. - [Superior](href) and [Inferior](href): Referring to positions above or below a point of reference. - [Superficial](href) and [Deep](href): Describing structures closer to or farther from the surface of the body.
