THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

PELVIS CAVITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What structure is proximal to the thigh?
A
Ankle
B
Elbow
C
Knee
D
Thumb
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: -(Left) The proximal tibia is the upper portion of the bone, closest to the knee.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are two muscle groups that act on the knee joint: the quadriceps femoris and the posterior compartment of the proximal leg. In addition to these groups are the plantaris, articulus genu, semiteninosus, semimembranosus, and popliteus.

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