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The buttocks and shoulder blades are located on which body surface?
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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomical Position
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The anatomical position is characterized by all of the following except ________.
A
the palms are facing backward
B
the body is standing upright
C
the feet are slightly apart
D
the arms are at the sides
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Understand the concept of anatomical position: It is a standard reference position used in anatomy to describe the location and orientation of body parts. The body is standing upright, facing forward, with feet slightly apart, arms at the sides, and palms facing forward.
Review the characteristics of the anatomical position: The body is upright, the feet are slightly apart, the arms are at the sides, and the palms are facing forward. These are the key features that define this position.
Identify the exception in the given options: The question asks for the characteristic that does NOT align with the anatomical position. Carefully compare each option to the standard definition of anatomical position.
Analyze the option 'the palms are facing backward': This contradicts the anatomical position, as the palms should be facing forward in the standard anatomical position.
Conclude that 'the palms are facing backward' is the correct exception, as it does not match the standard anatomical position definition.
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