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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Terms for the Arm and Hand

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Terms for the Arm and Hand

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Multiple Choice

The term 'olecranon' refers to the ______.

palm of the hand

wrist joint

bony prominence of the elbow

shoulder blade

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Step 1: Begin by understanding the term 'olecranon.' The olecranon is a specific anatomical structure located in the upper limb.

Step 2: Recall that the olecranon is part of the ulna, one of the two bones in the forearm. It forms the bony prominence at the elbow joint.

Step 3: Eliminate incorrect options by considering their anatomical locations. For example, the palm of the hand and wrist joint are located in the distal part of the upper limb, far from the elbow.

Step 4: Compare the remaining options. The shoulder blade (scapula) is part of the shoulder girdle, not the elbow region. This leaves the correct answer as the bony prominence of the elbow.

Step 5: Conclude that the olecranon is the bony prominence of the elbow, which serves as the insertion point for the triceps brachii muscle and plays a role in elbow extension.