Which directional term means situated farther from the point of attachment or origin or from a specific reference point?

A) Distal
B) Medial
C) Proximal
D) Lateral


A

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1. "Physiologic murmurs are loud." 2. "Physiologic murmurs are faint." 3. "Physiologic murmurs do not cause symptoms." 4. "Physiologic murmurs are consistent." 5. "Physiologic murmurs are intermittent."

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A. reason was better than imagination. B. contemplation was more important than action. C. theory was more important than creativity. D. creative artists were the epitome of civilization.

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What is the dominant force on the spine during activities requiring backward leaning of the trunk, such as rappelling?

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