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What describes the anatomical position?
What describes the anatomical position?
- Standing erect with the face facing backward
- Sitting down with hands on the knees
- Standing erect with the face forward and arms at the sides (correct)
- Standing with arms crossed in front of the body
In the anatomical position, how are the palms oriented?
In the anatomical position, how are the palms oriented?
- Facing sideways
- Facing inward
- Facing backward
- Facing forward (correct)
When in the anatomical position, where should the feet be positioned?
When in the anatomical position, where should the feet be positioned?
- Apart with toes pointing outward
- Together and slightly apart
- Together with toes pointing forward (correct)
- Spread widely apart
Which statement accurately represents the arms in the anatomical position?
Which statement accurately represents the arms in the anatomical position?
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Which of the following best depicts the stance of the body in the anatomical position?
Which of the following best depicts the stance of the body in the anatomical position?
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Study Notes
Anatomical Position
- The anatomical position is a standardized reference point for describing the body's structure and location of its parts.
- The palms are facing forward, with the thumbs pointing away from the body.
- The feet are flat on the ground, pointing forward, with the toes pointing straight ahead.
- The arms are held at the sides of the body, with the elbows extended and the palms facing forward.
- The body is standing upright, with the head facing forward, and the feet shoulder-width apart.
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Test your knowledge of the anatomical position with this quiz. Answer questions regarding the orientation of the palms, feet positioning, and arm placement. A great way to solidify your understanding of human anatomy.
