Human Anatomy & Physiology (9th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321743261
ISBN 13: 978-0-32174-326-8

Chapter 1 - The Human Body: An Orientation - Review Questions - Page 22: 19

Answer

The olecranal region is superior, dorsal (posterior), proximal, and medial to the palm.

Work Step by Step

The olecranal region refers to the elbow region. When one is standing in the anatomical position, the olecranal region is above (superior), behind (dorsal or posterior), closer to the shoulder (proximal), and closer to the midline of the body (medial) when compared to the palm.
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