CAMRT Radiography Practice Exam

What term describes a body part that is turned inward?

1. Varus

2. Valgus

3. Supinated

4. Pronated

The correct answer is: Varus

The term that describes a body part that is turned inward is varus. In anatomical terminology, varus refers specifically to a position where a limb or body part angles toward the midline of the body. This is often seen in conditions affecting the knees, where varus deformity (also known as "bowleggedness") occurs when the knees are farther apart than the feet when standing straight. Other terms provided refer to different orientations: valgus, which describes a position where a body part angles outward, opposite of varus; supinated, which refers to the position of the forearm where the palm faces upward or forward; and pronated, which refers to the forearm's position when the palm faces downward or toward the back. Each of these terms describes specific movements or positions relative to the anatomical structure and the body's midline.