Shoulder (glenohumeral)dislocations are very common in emergency care.Which statement best describes an anterior shoulder dislocation?
A)Humeral head is in front of the glenoid cavity
B)Humeral head is below the acromion process
C)Humeral head is above the coracoid process
D)Humeral head is below the glenoid cavity

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Anterior shoulder dislocation occurs when the humeral head moves out of the glenoid cavity and forward, which means it is in front of the glenoid cavity.

Shoulder (Glenohumeral)dislocations Are Very Common in Emergency Care