Three Anatomical Positions Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Supine
What does a body in the supine position look like?
A
Lying down face upwards.
2
Q
Prone
What does a body in the Prone position look like?
A
Lying down face downwards.
3
Q
Basic Anatomical Position
What does a body in the Basic Anatomical Position look like?
A
The body is upright, the feet close together, the feet flat on the floor, the arms close to the sides, and the feet and hands facing forwards.
