Illinois CNA State Practice Exam 2025 - Free CNA Practice Questions and Study Guide

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The term "flexion" refers to which movement?

Bending a body part

Flexion refers to the movement of bending a body part. This motion decreases the angle between two body parts at a joint. For example, when you bend your elbow to bring your hand closer to your shoulder, you are demonstrating flexion at the elbow joint.

The other options are incorrect because:

- Option B, excessive straightening of a body part, refers to hyperextension.

- Option C, turning the joint outward, describes external rotation.

- Option D, touching an opposite finger with the thumb, is an example of opposition, not flexion.

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Excessive straightening of a body part

Turning the joint outward

Touching an opposite finger with the thumb

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