Important EMS terminology includes:

Midline

R/L sides

Anterior

Posterior

Midaxillary

Medial

Lateral

Superior 

Inferior

Proximal 

Distal

Cephalic

Caudal

EMTs should know how to navigate body areas in relation to anatomical position and to accurately identify patterns of injury and specific concerns.  This requires knowledge of anatomy and correct terminology for communicating along the care continuum.  This terminology will be covered as we move through not just A and P, but the more specific content areas covering body systems and illness/injury.