The Distal Humerus (Arm Bone)is

Question

The distal humerus (arm bone)is
A) closer to the axillary area than to the elbow.
B) closer to the wrist than to the antecubital area.
C) distal to the wrist.
D) closer to the elbow than to the axillary area.

Accepted Answer

The distal humerus is located closer to the elbow than to the axillary area, making choice D the correct answer. Choice A is incorrect because the axillary area is more proximal (closer to the body's midline) than the distal humerus. Choice B is incorrect because the wrist is more distal (further away from the body) than the distal humerus. Choice C is also incorrect because the distal humerus is not distal to the wrist, but rather proximal to it.