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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Trauma

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What is the imaginary line that is drawn vertically from the middle of the armpits to the ankles called?
  1. Midline
  2. Midclavicular line
  3. Midaxillary line
  4. Anatomical position
Explanation
Answer: C - The imaginary line that is drawn vertically from the middle of the armpits is called the midaxillary line. A good way to remember this is that the armpits are also known as the axilla. The midaxillary line forms the bifurcation of the anterior and posterior body.
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