Questions and Answers
In what position should the palms be facing when standing erect?
Forward
Which direction should the feet be pointing?
Forward and parallel
What should the position of the arms be?
Hanging down with palms facing forward
Which of the following best describes the orientation of the face?
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How should the stance of this position affect the alignment of the spine?
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Which body position ensures the body is in the anatomical position?
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What is the orientation of the feet in the anatomical position?
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How should the face be oriented in the anatomical position?
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What is the correct alignment of the arms in the anatomical position?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the anatomical position?
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Study Notes
Posture and Alignment
- Stand upright with feet facing forward and parallel to each other.
- Keep the face forward, maintaining a straight posture.
- Allow the arms to hang down relaxed, with palms facing forward.
Anatomical Position
- Standing erect with the body in an upright posture
- Face is forward, directly ahead
- Feet are forward, parallel to each other
- Arms are hanging down by the sides
- Palms are facing forward, in an anterior direction
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