Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) (NAHP) 2025 – 400 Free Practice Questions to Pass the Exam

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In the anatomical position, the patient?

Lies flat on their back

Stands erect with palms turned anterior

The anatomical position is a standardized position used in anatomy and medicine for describing the location and orientation of body parts. In this position, the patient stands erect with feet together and arms by their side. The palms of the hands are turned anterior (facing forward) and the thumbs are pointed away from the body. Option A is incorrect because the patient is not lying down. Option C is incorrect because the patient is not sitting. Option D is incorrect because the palms should be facing forward in the anatomical position, not posterior (facing backwards).

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Sits with feet flat on the ground

Stands with palms turned posterior

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