Table of contents

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

Directional Terms: Up and Down

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Directional Terms: Up and Down

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Multiple Choice

In a human arm, the phalanges are _____ to the humerus.

distal

superior

medial

proximal

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Step 1: Understand the anatomical terms provided in the options. 'Distal' refers to a position farther away from the point of attachment or origin, 'Superior' refers to a position above or higher, 'Medial' refers to a position closer to the midline of the body, and 'Proximal' refers to a position closer to the point of attachment or origin.

Step 2: Identify the anatomical structures mentioned in the question. The phalanges are the bones in the fingers, while the humerus is the upper arm bone that connects to the shoulder.

Step 3: Consider the relative position of the phalanges to the humerus. Since the phalanges are located farther away from the shoulder (the point of attachment of the humerus), they are considered 'distal' to the humerus.

Step 4: Eliminate the incorrect options based on the definitions. 'Superior' does not apply because the phalanges are not above the humerus. 'Medial' does not apply because the phalanges are not closer to the midline relative to the humerus. 'Proximal' does not apply because the phalanges are farther away from the point of attachment.

Step 5: Conclude that the correct anatomical term describing the position of the phalanges relative to the humerus is 'distal'.