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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
Directional Terms: Limbs
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Which term describes the movement of a limb away from the body's midline?
A
Abduction
B
Extension
C
Adduction
D
Flexion
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Identify the anatomical terms related to limb movement: Abduction, Extension, Adduction, and Flexion.
Understand the definition of each term: Abduction refers to the movement of a limb away from the midline of the body.
Compare the definitions: Extension is the straightening of a joint, Adduction is the movement toward the body's midline, and Flexion is the bending of a joint.
Focus on the term that specifically describes movement away from the midline, which is Abduction.
Conclude that the term describing the movement of a limb away from the body's midline is Abduction.
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