Describe the anatomical position and why it is important

What will be an ideal response?


• Standing erect, arms at the sides, palms of hands facing forward, eyes looking straight ahead, legs parallel with the feet, toes pointing forward
• Standard position for describing positions and relationships of structures in the human body

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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