Anatomical Positions Flashcards
1
Q
Anatomical Positions
A
common reference point of the human body
2
Q
What are the characteristics of anatomical postition
A
standing
feet flat
arms side to side
3
Q
Supination
A
palms facing forward
w/ the radius and ulna parallel
4
Q
Pronation
A
palms facing backwards
w/ the radius and ulna crossover
5
Q
Who’s right and left do we refer to?
A
The patients’