The distal humerus (arm bone) is
A)closer to the axillary area than to the elbow.
B)closer to the wrist than to the antecubital area.
C)distal to the wrist.
D)closer to the elbow than to the axillary area.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The term "distal" means furthest from the point of origin or towards the end of a limb. In this case, the distal humerus is towards the end of the arm bone, closer to the elbow joint than to the axillary area (armpit). Therefore, choice D is the correct answer. Choice A is incorrect because it suggests the opposite - that the distal humerus is closer to the axillary area than to the elbow joint. Choice B is incorrect because the wrist is more distal than the humerus. Choice C is incorrect because it suggests that the humerus is distal to the wrist, which is not true.

The Distal Humerus (Arm Bone) Is