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Axial Regions of the Body Answers

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Which of the following body positions would you see if a person were standing in anatomical position? Select all that apply.

A
legs parallel to each other
B
arms slightly out to the sides
C
feet perpendicular to each other
D
palms facing the sides of the hips
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When using the words “right” and “left,” what must you always do?

A
Include the opposite of the words.
B
State which axis you are referring to.
C
Choose these words from the patient’s perspective.
D
Choose these words from your own perspective.
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torso:axial
ankle:appendicular
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Axial and appendicular are:

A
body regions.
B
axes of the body.
C
directional terms.
D
anatomical planes.
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The term cranial means the same thing as:

A
medial.
B
anterior.
C
proximal.
D
superior.
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Which of the following terms are synonymous to vertical axis? Select all that apply.

A
longitudinal axis
B
dorsoventral axis
C
frontal-horizontal axis
D
sagittal-transverse axis
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Using directional terms correctly is important to:

A
identify bilateral symmetry in patients.
B
speak directly with patients and their families.
C
distinguish axial and appendicular regions of the body.
D
ensure clear communication between healthcare workers.
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Why is it important to identify proper use of right and left in health care?

A
to verify bilateral symmetry in humans
B
to be able to identify the major axes of the body in clinical settings
C
to make sure that patients are communicating clearly with their healthcare providers
D
to ensure that medical treatment and surgeries are performed on the correct side of the body
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axial✔ appendicular ankle

A
axial
B
✔ appendicular
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Directional terms are always used with respect to:

A
anatomical position.
B
a resting position.
C
the perspective of the observer.
D
the current position of the patient.

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