In anatomical position, when the palm is moved to face posteriorly, the movement of the wrist and hand is called
A) extension.
B) protraction.
C) reposition.
D) pronation.
E) supination.

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Pronation is the movement of the hand and forearm when the palm is turned posteriorly. This is seen when the anatomical position of the hand (palms facing anteriorly) is rotated towards the posterior aspect of the body. Extension refers to the movement that increases the angle between two bones and occurs at the joint. Protraction refers to the movement of bringing a body part forward, while reposition refers to returning a body part to its anatomical position. Supination is the opposite movement of pronation, where the hand and forearm are turned to face anteriorly.

In Anatomical Position, When the Palm Is Moved to Face