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question 56
the wrist is ________ to the hand.
a lateral
b proximal
c distal
d medial

Explanation:

• Lateral: Refers to a position away from the midline of the body. The wrist is not lateral to the hand.
• Proximal: Means closer to the point of attachment or origin. The wrist is closer to the body (origin of the upper limb) compared to the hand.
• Distal: Means farther from the point of attachment or origin. The hand is distal to the wrist, not the other way around.
• Medial: Refers to a position toward the midline of the body. The wrist is not medial to the hand.

Answer:

B. proximal