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: Limbs

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Directional Terms: Limbs

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Multiple Choice

Compared to the shoulder, displacements of the hip joints are ________.

lateral

more distal

more proximal

superficial

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Step 1: Begin by understanding the anatomical terms provided in the question. 'Lateral' refers to a position farther from the midline of the body, 'distal' refers to a position farther from the point of attachment or origin, 'proximal' refers to a position closer to the point of attachment or origin, and 'superficial' refers to a position closer to the surface of the body.

Step 2: Compare the anatomical location of the hip joint to the shoulder joint. The hip joint is located closer to the body's midline and point of attachment (the trunk) compared to the shoulder joint.

Step 3: Recall that 'proximal' is the term used to describe a position closer to the point of attachment or origin. Since the hip joint is closer to the trunk than the shoulder joint, it is considered more proximal.

Step 4: Eliminate the other options based on their definitions. 'Lateral' does not apply because the hip joint is not farther from the midline compared to the shoulder. 'More distal' is incorrect because the hip joint is closer to the trunk, not farther. 'Superficial' is incorrect because it refers to closeness to the surface, which is not relevant in this comparison.

Step 5: Conclude that the correct term to describe the hip joint's position relative to the shoulder joint is 'more proximal.'