Colorado CNA Practice Exam

Bending backward is also called?

1. Abduction

2. Adduction

3. Dorsiflexion

4. Flexion

The correct answer is: Abduction

The term that correctly describes bending backward is "dorsiflexion." Dorsiflexion refers specifically to the action of moving the foot upward at the ankle, but in the context of bending backward in general, it applies to other joints as well, particularly in the spine where the back arches. Abduction refers to movement away from the midline of the body, while adduction refers to movement toward the midline. Flexion generally refers to decreasing the angle between two body parts, such as bending an arm or leg. Thus, these terms do not apply to the concept of bending backward. Understanding these definitions is crucial in differentiating between the various types of movements in anatomical terms.