Directional Terminology
Why is it essential to know directions?
Directional anatomy provides a systematic way to describe the locations and relationships of various body parts.
Think of it like mapping a city: just as you need to know the streets and neighborhoods to navigate effectively, understanding directional anatomy helps you visualize how organs are positioned relative to one another. ⬆️↗️➡️↘️⬇️↙️⬅️↖️
Directional Terminology Lecture.pdf