Proper dorsiflexion of the foot is indicated when:
the plantar surface of the foot forms a near 90 degree angle with the lower leg
the dorsum of the foot forms a near 90 degree angle with the lower leg
the plantar surface of the foot forms a 45 degree angle with the lower leg
the dorsum of the foot forms a 45 degree angle with the lower leg
the dorsum of the foot forms a near 90 degree angle with the lower leg
Rationale: Correct degree of dorsiflexion of the foot is indicated when the dorsum of the foot forms a near 90 degree angle with the lower leg.
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