Which Are the Attachments of the Extensor Pollicis Brevis

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which are the attachments of the extensor pollicis brevis?

• A)anterior radius to the thumb
• B)posterior radius to the thumb
• C)posterior ulna to the thumb
• D)lateral epicondyle of the humerus (via the common extensor tendon)to the thumb

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-stage response (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) that the body has to prolonged stress, as identified by Hans Selye.

Exhaustion Stage

is the final phase of the stress response, where the body runs out of energy for fighting stress and can lead to significant health issues.

Alarm Reaction Stage

The initial stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome, involving the body's immediate reaction to stress, including the release of stress hormones.

Formal Operational Stage

Piaget’s fourth stage, characterized by abstract logical thought and deduction from principles.