A patient is standing in anatomical position. The patient moves his hand to scratch his nose. What anatomical action term is best used to indicate the motion occurring at his elbow?
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The anatomical position is a standardized way of observing or imaging the body that allows precise and consistent anatomical references. In the anatomical position, the person stands erect, facing forward, with feet parallel and slightly apart, arms at the sides, Show more…
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