NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
HUMAN ANATOMY PHYSIOLOGY
Question
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Which of the following is NOT considered anatomical position?
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Standing erect
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Face forward
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Palms facing backward
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Toes pointing forward
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Palms facing backward is not considered an anatomical position. In order for palms to be in anatomical position, they must be facing forward. The correct answer is b. Palms facing backward.
Detailed explanation-2: -The front of the body is referred to as anterior or ventral, while the back is referred to as posterior or dorsal.
Detailed explanation-3: -The decision to have the palms face forward in standard anatomical position was made long ago when it became obvious that the benefit of the palms facing forward is that it makes the radius, and ulna, the bones of the forearm run parallel to each other from the elbow to the wrist.
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