Anatomical Terms for the Arm and Hand definitions Flashcards

Refers to the shoulder region, derived from Greek 'acros' meaning the highest point.

Associated with the armpit, highlighted by the mnemonic of swinging an ax.

Denotes the inside of the elbow, from Latin 'ante' (before) and 'cubitum' (elbow).

The back of the elbow, originating from Greek, contrasting with antecubital's Latin roots.

Pertains to the wrist, known from conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome where nerve inflammation occurs.

Represents the hand, linked to the term manual, indicating work done with hands.

Relates to the fingers, also connected to counting numbers or digits.

Refers to the upper arm, with a mnemonic of potentially 'breaking' the arm.

Describes the forearm, using 'ante' to indicate the part before the upper arm.

The Latin term for thumb, memorably associated with the act of voting in politics.