Multiple Choice
In anatomical terms, which directional term describes the position of the arrow pointing towards the head of the body?
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Anatomical Position
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Which of the following does not describe the anatomical position?
A
The body is standing upright.
B
The feet are together and facing forward.
C
The arms are at the sides with palms facing forward.
D
The head is turned to the side.
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Understand the definition of the anatomical position: It is a standard position in which the body is standing upright, facing forward, with feet together and arms at the sides, and palms facing forward.
Review each statement provided in the problem to determine if it aligns with the anatomical position.
Evaluate the statement 'The body is standing upright.' This is consistent with the anatomical position.
Evaluate the statement 'The feet are together and facing forward.' This is also consistent with the anatomical position.
Evaluate the statement 'The arms are at the sides with palms facing forward.' This is consistent with the anatomical position. The statement 'The head is turned to the side' does not align with the anatomical position, as the head should be facing forward.
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