Abduction vs. Adduction, Flexion vs. Extension and Opposition of the Thumb

Abduction vs. Adduction, Flexion vs. Extension and Opposition of the Thumb

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Health Sciences, Biology

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The video tutorial covers the movements of the thumb, including abduction, adduction, flexion, extension, and opposition. It explains each movement in detail, providing tips to help learners remember them. The tutorial concludes with a recap of the key points and encourages viewers to engage with the content.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a basic movement of the thumb?

Abduction

Opposition

Rotation

Flexion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for moving the thumb away from the hand?

Extension

Adduction

Flexion

Abduction

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is adduction of the thumb best described?

Moving the thumb away from the hand

Bringing the thumb back to the hand

Bending the thumb

Straightening the thumb

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which thumb movement involves bending the thumb?

Adduction

Flexion

Opposition

Extension

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does opposition of the thumb involve?

Moving the thumb away from the hand

Bringing the thumb back to the hand

Positioning the thumb to oppose other fingers

Bending the thumb