American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Practice Exam

The term 'Dactylic' is related to which part of the body?

1. Pertaining to the arm

2. Pertaining to the leg

3. Pertaining to finger or toe

4. Pertaining to the shoulder

The correct answer is: Pertaining to finger or toe

The term 'Dactylic' comes from the Greek word "dactylos," which means finger or toe. In medical terminology, it specifically refers to measurements or conditions associated with the digits—specifically the fingers and toes. This terminology is often used in various contexts, such as describing certain diseases that affect the digits or in anatomical references regarding positions or movements involving fingers and toes. The other options, while they reference other parts of the body, do not align with the etymology or usage of 'Dactylic.' For example, terms related to the arm, leg, or shoulder derive from different Greek or Latin roots, indicating specific anatomical regions unrelated to the digits.