Which of the following is a proper use of directional body terminology?

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The proper use of directional body terminology requires that the terms used accurately describe the position of various body parts relative to one another. Therefore, an accurate statement would be that the foot is distal (meaning farther away) to the knee, which is a proper use of directional body terminology. Choice A is incorrect since the lungs are anterior (meaning in front of) the vertebral column. Choice B is incorrect because the foot is distal (farther away) from the knee, not proximal (closer to) it. Choice D is also incorrect because the skull is superior (above) the ribs. Therefore, only choice C is a proper use of directional body terminology.

Which of the Following Is a Proper Use of Directional