Question

question 49
the hallux (big toe) is _ to the digits of the foot.
a lateral
b medial
c deep
d cephalad/cranial

Explanation:

• Lateral means away from the midline. The big toe is not lateral to the other toes.
• Medial means toward the midline. The big toe (hallux) is located on the inner side (toward the midline of the body) relative to the other digits (toes) of the foot.
• Deep refers to being farther from the surface. This term is not relevant for describing the position of the hallux relative to other foot digits in terms of side - to - side position.
• Cephalad/cranial means toward the head. This is not relevant for describing the side - to - side position of the hallux relative to other foot digits.

Answer:

B. medial