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casperchen82

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on: Jul 17, 2018
The tuberosity in the foot that is palpable is located at:
 
 the proximal end of the fifth metatarsal
  the distal end of the first metatarsal
  the proximal end of the first metatarsal
  the distal end of the fifth metatarsal

Question 2

In the anatomic position, where is the radius positioned?
 
 medially
  anteriorly
  posteriorly
  laterally


TDubDCFL

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

the proximal end of the fifth metatarsal

Rationale: The proximal end of the 5th metatarsal widens to include a tuberosity. This is a common spot of fracture, Jone's fracture.

Answer to Question 2

laterally

Rationale: In the anatomic position, the patient is standing with palms of hands and feet facing forward. With consideration of anatomical position, the radius is on the lateral side.


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