Deck 12: Surface Anatomy and Cross-Sectional Anatomy

Question 1

The region in the neck where you can feel your pulse is called the

A)suprahyoid triangle.
B)submandibular triangle.
C)superior carotid triangle.
D)inferior carotid triangle.
E)posterior cervical triangle.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

The superior edge of the sternum, which can be palpated, is the

A)linea alba.
B)manubrium.
C)costal cartilage.
D)xiphoid process.
E)body of the sternum.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

The currently fashionable "low rise" jeans may expose (the)

A)anterior superior iliac spine.
B)inguinal ligament.
C)inguinal canal.
D)posterior superior iliac spine.
E)All of the answers are correct.

Answer 3

E

Question 4

Surface anatomy is used to study

A)the epidermis.
B)the texture of the surface of the body.
C)the relationship of deep anatomy to superficial landmarks on the human body.
D)the movement patterns of structures at or near the surface of the body.
E)All of the answers are correct.

Question 5

Someone referred to as having "a strong jaw" has a very prominent

A)angle of the mandible.
B)body of the mandible.
C)mouth.
D)maxilla.
E)mandibular symphysis.

Question 6

Understanding of surface anatomy can be used to

A)diagnoses some skeletal problems.
B)diagnoses some muscular problems.
C)help understand other aspects of anatomy.
D)develop the skill necessary to perform a physical examination.
E)All of the answers are correct.

Question 7

Surface anatomy

A)is exactly the same from person to person.
B)varies slightly from person to person.
C)is not useful during a physical examination.
D)requires a nude body in order to be studied.
E)None of the answers are correct.

Question 8

The flap of skin and cartilage in the temporal region is called the

A)mastoid process.
B)auricle.
C)ear.
D)external acoustic canal.
E)temporalis.

Question 9

The two vertical bony ridges on the upper back are the

A)clavicles.
B)vertebral borders of the scapulae.
C)rotator cuffs.
D)spines of the scapulae.
E)erector spinae muscles.

Question 10

In the midline at the junction of the neck and the upper back, the ________ forms a bony projection.

A)acromion process
B)tip of the scapular spine
C)border of the scapula
D)distal head of the clavicle
E)vertebra prominens (C₇)

Question 11

The largest anterior trunk muscle is the

A)rectus abdominis.
B)external oblique.
C)pectoralis major.
D)serratus anterior.
E)deltoid.

Question 12

The area superior to the collar bone that indents slightly is the

A)supraclavicular fossa.
B)cubital fossa.
C)infraclavicular fossa.
D)supraspinatus fossa.
E)antecubital fossa.

Question 13

The oblique line separating the abdomen and the lower limb is the location of (the)

A)inguinal canal.
B)radial nerve.
C)jugular notch.
D)costal margin.
E)None of the answers are correct.

Question 14

The study of surface anatomy attempts to relate, among other things,

A)the size and strength of the muscles near or at the surface of the body.
B)the structure and location of the skeletal and muscular systems.
C)structure to the age of the individual.
D)physical and physiological conditions in an individual.
E)None of the answers are correct.

Question 15

The best models to use in studying surface anatomy include

A)plastic models from the laboratory.
B)babies and children.
C)elderly individuals.
D)extremely slender individuals who have little body fat.
E)individuals with well-developed muscles and little body fat.

Question 16

The midline region of the mandible is called the

A)mental protuberance.
B)external occipital protuberance
C)body of the mandible.
D)symphysis.
E)thyroid cartilage.

Question 17

Of the following, who would most likely be the worst subject for studying surface anatomy

A)a fitness pageant contestant
B)the quarterback of the local high school football team
C)an obese person
D)the captain of the swim team
E)the guy in the textbook

Question 18

Clinically, one of the most important structures located in the cubital fossa is (the)

A)head of the radius.
B)median cubital vein.
C)linea alba.
D)pectoralis major muscle.
E)None of the answers are correct.

Question 19

The inferior, posterior head is the ________ region.

A)occipital
B)parietal
C)temporal
D)nuchal
E)None of the answers are correct.

Question 20

The depression on the anterior midline of the inferior aspect of the neck, between the clavicular heads, is (the)

A)supraclavicular fossa.
B)jugular notch.
C)angle of the mandible.
D)site of the brachial plexus.
E)None of the answers are correct.

Question 21

The bony projection that occurs bilaterally on the posterior aspect at mid-thorax is the ________ of the scapula.

Question 22

Which of the following is the most anterior structure in a cross-section at the lumbar level

A)vertebrae
B)rectus abdominis muscles
C)distal end of the iliotibial tract
D)iliocostalis muscle
E)sacroiliac joint

Question 23

When looking at a cross-sectional image the top of the image is the ________ of the patient.

A)lateral
B)posterior
C)anterior
D)inferior
E)superior

Question 24

In most people, the flexed wrist will expose ________ tendons.

A)2
B)3
C)4
D)5
E)6

Question 25

The dorsalis pedis artery is palpated (at the)

A)anteromedial surface of the foot.
B)posteromedial surface of the foot.
C)sole of the foot.
D)inferior to the lateral malleolus.
E)between the medial malleolus and the calcaneal tendon.

Question 26

On the lateral surface of the wrist, at the base of the thumb, the readily palpated "bump" is the

A)head of the radius.
B)styloid process of the radius.
C)lunate bone.
D)head of metacarpal five.
E)scaphoid bone.

Question 27

The trachea is found in the ________.

Question 28

Which of the following is largest and most easily recognized on the lateral portion of a cross-section at the level of the middle thoracic vertebrae

A)heart
B)lungs
C)esophagus
D)trachea
E)thymus

Question 29

The heel is the

A)talus.
B)calcaneal tendon.
C)medial malleolus.
D)calcaneus.
E)lateral malleolus.

Question 30

The ________ divides the anterior and posterior cervical triangles.

Question 31

The "funny bone" is the

A)head of the ulna.
B)medial epicondyle of the humerus.
C)lateral epicondyle of the humerus.
D)distal end of the radius.
E)head of the radius.

Question 32

If venipuncture is performed improperly, the ________ is most likely to be damaged.

A)radial artery
B)tendon of the biceps brachii
C)brachioradialis
D)anconeus
E)flexor carpi radialis

Question 33

The most medial structure of the ankle and foot is the

A)tendon of extensor hallucis longus muscle.
B)base of the first metatarsal.
C)tendon of the tibialis anterior muscle.
D)medial malleolus.
E)tendon of tibialis posterior muscle.

Question 34

Cross-sectional images are always a(n)________ view.

A)superior
B)anterior
C)inferior
D)posterior
E)medial

Question 35

The ________ forms the inferior edge of the notch between the medial ends of the clavicles.

Question 36

Flexing the arm slightly while simultaneously clenching the fist will cause the ________ on the surface of the biceps brachii to bulge.

A)cephalic vein
B)median antebrachial vein
C)median cubital vein
D)radial artery
E)brachial artery

Question 37

The area below the shoulder is (the)

A)cubital fossa.
B)clavicular fossa.
C)axilla.
D)jugular notch.
E)None of the answers are correct.

Question 38

The cavity at the back of the knee is the

A)cubital fossa.
B)subclavian fossa.
C)popliteal fossa.
D)olecranon fossa.
E)gastrocnemius.

Question 39

Which of the following is located at the midline in a cross-sectional view at the level of the optic chiasm

A)hippocampus
B)eyes
C)parietal bone
D)nose
E)zygomatic bone

Question 40

In addition to using visual observation, one can understand surface anatomy by ________ of the structures under study.

Question 41

The ________ muscle forms the widest part of the back and appears on the lateral surface of the lower thoracic and upper abdominal regions.

Question 42

The cecum can be seen in a cross-section in the lower thoracic levels.

Question 43

How does the process of palpation reveal anatomical structures to the student of anatomy

Question 44

The large band of tissue at the posterior ankle is the ________.

Question 45

If a person has a backache and asks a friend to massage the areas likely to be causing the problem, what muscles and anatomical features would be massaged, and what anatomical landmarks could be located in order to help find the muscles

Question 46

A young boy who has been a star pitcher for his Little League team suddenly complains of swelling and extreme soreness of his pitching arm at the elbow whenever he throws a pitch. How would a knowledge of surface anatomy assist in determining the nature of the problem

Question 47

The uterus can be seen in female body in a cross-section in the sacral levels.

Question 48

The left side of a cross-section is the ________ side of the specimen.

Question 49

CT scans and ________ are often viewed in cross-section.

Question 50

The trachea can be seen in a cross-section in the upper thoracic levels.

Question 51

A man falls forward and to one side, but manages to break the fall to some degree by putting out his hand on the side toward which he is falling. Although he lands on his hand and knees, causing some abrasion, and he feels shaken and somewhat sore overall, no other injuries are noted at the time. However, a few hours later, he complains of severe pain in the area of the shoulder and upper chest region. What has most likely happened, and how could a knowledge of surface anatomy help

Question 52

The stomach can be seen in a cross-section in the lower thoracic levels.

Question 53

The tongue can be seen in a cross-section in the upper cervical levels.

Question 54

The ________ form the prominent bony features located bilaterally in the lower abdomen.

Question 55

The heart can be seen in a cross-section in the middle thoracic levels.

Question 56

Muscles viewed in the groin are called ________.

Question 57

How can you determine whether or not you have a palmaris longus muscle

Question 58

A cross-section is the same as a section in the ________ plane.

Question 59

How are the structures of the foot and leg affected by wearing high-heeled shoes or boots
What surface anatomical structures would you expect to change when a person puts on this type of footwear

Question 60

The structure that forms a bony bulge on the distal, lateral surface of the lower leg is the ________.

Question 61

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label A: ______________________________

Question 62

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label K: ______________________________

Question 63

Figure 12.2

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label A: ______________________________

Question 64

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label I: ______________________________

Question 65

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label P: ______________________________

Question 66

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label D: ______________________________

Question 67

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label E: ______________________________

Question 68

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label G: ______________________________

Question 69

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label L: ______________________________

Question 70

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label M: ______________________________

Question 71

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label R: ______________________________

Question 72

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label J: ______________________________

Question 73

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label C: ______________________________

Question 74

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label Q: ______________________________

Question 75

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label H: ______________________________

Question 76

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label B: ______________________________

Question 77

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label F: ______________________________

Question 78

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label O: ______________________________

Question 79

Figure 12.1

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
Label N: ______________________________

Question 80

Why is it important to know the standards for viewing cross-sectional images