Portage Learning A&P I Exam 2 with Questions and Answers

Portage Learning A&P I Exam 2 with Questions and Answers Flexion ANSWER Closing of a joint. Bending. Extension ANSWER Opening of a joint. Straightening. Abduction ANSWER Movement away from the midline. Adduction ANSWER Movement towards the midline. Dorsiflexion ANSWER Flexion superiorly occurring at the subtalar (ankle) joint. Movement of the toes up. Plantarflexion ANSWER Flexion inferiorly occurring at the subtalar (ankle) joint. Movement of the toes down. Radial Deviation ANSWER Lateral movement of the wrist towards the radius. Ulnar Deviation ANSWER Medial movement of the wrist towards the ulna. Pronation ANSWER Rotation of the forearm so that the palm faces posteriorly or rotation of the ankle so the sole of the foot faces laterally. Supination ANSWER Rotation of the forearm so that the palm faces anteriorly or rotation of the ankle so that the sole of the foot faces medially. NOTE: Hands are supinated in anatomical position.