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Which position is assumed when describing a proximo-distal axis?
Which position is assumed when describing a proximo-distal axis?
In the standard anatomical position, where are the feet placed?
In the standard anatomical position, where are the feet placed?
How are the arms positioned in the standard anatomical position?
How are the arms positioned in the standard anatomical position?
What is the position of the hands in the standard anatomical position?
What is the position of the hands in the standard anatomical position?
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What is the position of the penis in the anatomical position?
What is the position of the penis in the anatomical position?
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What is the dorsal surface of the penis actually called when the penis is flaccid?
What is the dorsal surface of the penis actually called when the penis is flaccid?
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What is the main purpose of using standard anatomical positions?
What is the main purpose of using standard anatomical positions?
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In what position are the limbs placed in the standard anatomical position?
In what position are the limbs placed in the standard anatomical position?
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What is the position of the arms in relation to the body in the standard anatomical position?
What is the position of the arms in relation to the body in the standard anatomical position?
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What is the position of the thumbs in the standard anatomical position?
What is the position of the thumbs in the standard anatomical position?
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Which plane is considered to be the anatomical position of the human skull?
Which plane is considered to be the anatomical position of the human skull?
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When was the Frankfurt plane established as the anatomical position of the human skull?
When was the Frankfurt plane established as the anatomical position of the human skull?
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What are the points that define the Frankfurt plane?
What are the points that define the Frankfurt plane?
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What is another name for the Frankfurt plane?
What is another name for the Frankfurt plane?
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In which species is the Frankfurt plane considered to be the anatomical position?
In which species is the Frankfurt plane considered to be the anatomical position?
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What is the anatomical position for dogs?
What is the anatomical position for dogs?
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What is the Frankfurt-Mandibular plane Angle (FMA)?
What is the Frankfurt-Mandibular plane Angle (FMA)?
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What is Reid's base line?
What is Reid's base line?
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Which of the following is NOT a point that defines the Frankfurt plane?
Which of the following is NOT a point that defines the Frankfurt plane?
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In which field is the Frankfurt plane used as a reference point?
In which field is the Frankfurt plane used as a reference point?
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Which of the following best describes the standard anatomical position?
Which of the following best describes the standard anatomical position?
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What is the purpose of assuming a straight position when describing a proximo-distal axis?
What is the purpose of assuming a straight position when describing a proximo-distal axis?
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In the standard anatomical position, how are the arms positioned in relation to the body?
In the standard anatomical position, how are the arms positioned in relation to the body?
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What is the position of the thumbs in the standard anatomical position?
What is the position of the thumbs in the standard anatomical position?
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What is the position of the feet in the standard anatomical position?
What is the position of the feet in the standard anatomical position?
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What is the position of the penis in the anatomical position?
What is the position of the penis in the anatomical position?
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Why are the limbs placed in positions reminiscent of the supine position in the standard anatomical position?
Why are the limbs placed in positions reminiscent of the supine position in the standard anatomical position?
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What is the name of the plane considered to be the anatomical position of the human skull?
What is the name of the plane considered to be the anatomical position of the human skull?
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In which field is the standard anatomical position used as a reference point?
In which field is the standard anatomical position used as a reference point?
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What is the purpose of using standard anatomical positions?
What is the purpose of using standard anatomical positions?
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Which of the following is a point that defines the Frankfurt plane?
Which of the following is a point that defines the Frankfurt plane?
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What is the standard anatomical position for dogs?
What is the standard anatomical position for dogs?
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What is the alternate spelling of the Frankfurt plane?
What is the alternate spelling of the Frankfurt plane?
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What is the anatomical position for most non-primate species?
What is the anatomical position for most non-primate species?
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What is the Frankfurt-Mandibular plane Angle (FMA)?
What is the Frankfurt-Mandibular plane Angle (FMA)?
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What is another name for the plane passing through the inferior margin of the left orbit and the superior margin of each ear canal?
What is another name for the plane passing through the inferior margin of the left orbit and the superior margin of each ear canal?
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Which of the following is NOT a point that defines the Frankfurt plane?
Which of the following is NOT a point that defines the Frankfurt plane?
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In which species is the Frankfurt plane considered to be the anatomical position?
In which species is the Frankfurt plane considered to be the anatomical position?
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What is Reid's base line?
What is Reid's base line?
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What is the position of the feet in the standard anatomical position?
What is the position of the feet in the standard anatomical position?
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Study Notes
Anatomical Position
- When describing a proximo-distal axis, the position assumed is with the body upright, feet pointing forward, and arms at the sides.
- In the standard anatomical position, the feet are placed parallel to each other, pointing forward, and in a neutral position.
Arms and Hands
- In the standard anatomical position, the arms are positioned at the sides of the body, with the palms facing forward.
- The hands are placed in a supine position, with the thumbs pointing forward and the palms facing forward.
Penis
- In the standard anatomical position, the penis is positioned upright, with the dorsal surface facing forward.
- The dorsal surface of the penis is actually called the dorsum of the penis when flaccid.
Purpose of Standard Anatomical Position
- The main purpose of using standard anatomical positions is to provide a common reference point for descriptive purposes.
Limbs and Body
- In the standard anatomical position, the limbs are placed in a position reminiscent of the supine position.
- The arms are positioned in relation to the body with the palms facing forward.
Skull and Frankfurt Plane
- The Frankfurt plane is considered to be the anatomical position of the human skull.
- The Frankfurt plane was established in 1884.
- The Frankfurt plane is defined by the points of the inferior margin of the left orbit and the superior margin of each ear canal.
- The Frankfurt plane is also known as the auriculo-orbital plane.
- The Frankfurt plane is considered to be the anatomical position of the human skull in humans and primates.
- In dogs, the anatomical position is different from the Frankfurt plane.
Angles and Base Lines
- The Frankfurt-Mandibular plane Angle (FMA) is a measure used in orthodontics.
- Reid's base line is another name for the Frankfurt plane.
Fields of Use
- The standard anatomical position is used as a reference point in fields such as anatomy, medicine, and orthodontics.
- The Frankfurt plane is used as a reference point in fields such as orthodontics and anatomy.
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