Which term means farther from the point of attachment on a limb?
Answer choices
- AProximal
- BMedial
- CAnterior
- DDistal
About this question
Which term means farther from the point of attachment on a limb? Distal is a high-search anatomy keyword because chart notes and CCMA stems use it for hand, foot, and forearm injuries. The distractor set usually includes proximal, medial, and anterior. Read the wording and clinical context closely; those details determine the NHA CCMA competency being tested.
This definition item asks for the term meaning farther from the trunk or attachment. Distal is correct; fingers are distal to the elbow. Proximal is the opposite. If the stem is about midline left-right position, think medial/lateral instead. Wrong axis, wrong pair. For distal means farther from attachment, restate the deciding rule without looking at the options, then check your recall. Review that contrast aloud before you continue.
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Correct answer
- AProximal
- BMedial
- CAnterior
- DDistalCorrect
Basic rationale
Distal means farther from the trunk or attachment point.
Option explanations
- A: Incorrect. Proximal is not the best choice for this scenario.
- B: Incorrect. Medial is not the best choice for this scenario.
- C: Incorrect. Anterior is not the best choice for this scenario.
- D: Correct. Distal means farther from the trunk or attachment point.
Deep Analysis
Core logic
Fingers are distal to the wrist; the wrist is distal to the elbow.
Distractor analysis
A: Proximal does not match the tested concept. B: Medial does not match the tested concept. C: Anterior does not match the tested concept.
Exam trap
Distal is not lateral.
Memory tip
Distal = distant from the trunk.
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