HEAD NECK
CRANIAL CAVITY
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Question
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What structure is proximal to the thigh?
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Ankle
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Elbow
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Knee
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Thumb
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The femur has two important points of articulation that provide structural support for the body: the hip joint proximally; and the knee joint distally.
Detailed explanation-2: -Femur proximal aspect The upper (proximal) end of your femur connects to your hip joint. The proximal end (aspect) contains the: Head. Neck.
Detailed explanation-3: -The patellar area is distal to the femoral area because it is further away from the attachment point of the leg at the trunk (which would be pelvis). Proximal means closer to the point of attachment while distal means further away from the point of attachment.
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