Question

question 14
with respect to describing regions of the limbs, which of the following directional terms means farther away from the trunk?
distal
posterior (dorsal)
anterior (ventral)
proximal

Explanation:

• Distal: Refers to a position farther from the trunk or the point of attachment of a limb. For example, the fingers are distal to the wrist.
• Posterior (dorsal): Means towards the back of the body. It is not related to distance from the trunk.
• Anterior (ventral): Means towards the front of the body. It is not related to distance from the trunk.
• Proximal: Refers to a position closer to the trunk or the point of attachment of a limb.

Answer:

A. Distal