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

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 phalanges are ______ to the humerus.

medial

distal

proximal

superior

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Step 1: Understand the anatomical terms provided in the options. 'Medial' refers to being closer to the midline of the body, 'distal' refers to being farther away from the point of attachment or origin, 'proximal' refers to being closer to the point of attachment or origin, and 'superior' refers to being above or higher in position.

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

Step 3: Determine the relationship between the phalanges and the humerus. The phalanges are located farther away from the shoulder (the point of attachment of the humerus) compared to the humerus itself.

Step 4: Apply the correct anatomical term based on the relationship. Since the phalanges are farther away from the point of attachment (the shoulder), the correct term to describe their position relative to the humerus is 'distal.'

Step 5: Review the other options to ensure they do not fit the relationship. '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, not closer. 'Superior' does not apply because the phalanges are not above the humerus.