Deck 8: The Skeletal System: The Appendicular Skeleton

Question 1

This is the thick edge of the scapula that is closer to the arm.

A)axillary border
B)mMedial border
C)infraspinous fossa
D)coracoid process
E)acromion

Answer 1

A

Question 2

Which of the following structures on the ulna receives the trochlea of the humerus?

A)olecranon fossa
B)coronoid process
C)trochlear notch
D)radial notch
E)capitulum

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Which of the following statements is TRUE with regard to the human hand?

A)There are 5 carpals,8 metacarpals and 14 phalanges.
B)There are 8 carpals,6 metacarpals and 14 phalanges
C)There are 8 carpals,5 metacarpals and 15 phalanges
D)There are 8 carpals,5 metacarpals and 14 phalanges
E)There are 5 carpals,8 metacarpals and 15 phalanges

Answer 3

D

Question 4

In the diagram,which part of the clavicle articulates with the manubrium?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
E)Not labeled on the diagram.

Question 5

The medial and lateral epicondyles are found on the distal end of the humerus and are used for

A)formation of the elbow joint.
B)tendon attachment.
C)passage of nerves and blood vessels through the bone into the marrow cavity.
D)Both formation of the elbow joint and tendon attachment.
E)All of these choices are correct.

Question 6

Which of the following carpal bones is named for its large hook-shaped projection on its anterior surface?

A)lunate
B)scaphoid
C)triquetrum
D)hamate
E)pisiform

Question 7

Why does a fracture of the clavicle usually occur in the mid-region of the bone?

A)Due to the medial pressure from the inflated lungs
B)Due to the ligament-reinforced strength of the acromial joint
C)Due to weakness at the junction of the two curves of clavicle
D)Due to position of the clavicle relative to the humerus
E)Due to fusion of the ends of the clavicle to the sternum and scapula

Question 8

In the diagram,which site is considered the weakest point of the clavicle?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
E)Not labeled in the diagram.

Question 9

The distal end of the radius articulates with how many bones of the wrist?

A)1
B)2
C)3
D)4
E)5

Question 10

The former epiphyseal (growth)plate on the proximal end of the adult humerus is found in the

A)anatomical neck.
B)greater tubercle.
C)intertubercular sulcus.
D)surgical neck.
E)olecranon fossa.

Question 11

What is the function of the interosseous membrane between the ulna and radius?

A)joins the shafts of two bones
B)tendon attachment for deep forearm muscles
C)site of bone repair
D)Both joins the shafts of two bones and tendon attachment for deep forearm muscles
E)Both joins the shafts of two bones and site of bone repair

Question 12

Which bone articulates with the scapula at the glenoid cavity?

A)ileum
B)thoracic vertebra
C)sternum
D)clavicle
E)humerus

Question 13

Which is a spool-shaped process on distal end of the humerus that is found medial to the capitulum and articulates with the ulna?

A)coronoid fossa
B)trochlea
C)medial epicondyle
D)lateral epicondyle
E)lesser tubercle

Question 14

Which of the following bones is the anterior bone that articulates with the manubrium of the sternum at the sternoclavicular joint?

A)scapula
B)clavicle
C)xiphoid
D)rib
E)thoracic vertebra

Question 15

Which of the following bone markings on the scapula is an indentation into which the head of the humerus fits?

A)coracoid process
B)glenoid cavity
C)acromion
D)scapular notch
E)supraspinous fossa

Question 16

Which of the following bones is located in the posterior thorax between the levels of second and seventh vertebrae?

A)sternum
B)clavicle
C)pelvis
D)scapula
E)sacrum

Question 17

Which of the following bones articulates with the scapula?

A)thoracic vertebra
B)humerus
C)sacrum
D)tibia
E)sternum

Question 18

The glenohumeral joint is formed by articulation of the

A)humerus,radius and ulna.
B)humerus and radius.
C)humerus and clavicle.
D)humerus and ulna.
E)humerus and scapula.

Question 19

The capitulum of the humerus articulates with the

A)radius.
B)ulna.
C)scapula.
D)carpal bones.
E)clavicle.

Question 20

In the diagram,which is the only part of the clavicle that articulates with the scapula?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
E)Not labeled in the diagram.

Question 21

Which raised line extends superiorly and laterally along the superior ramus of the pubis eventually merging with the arcuate line of the ilium?

A)pectineal line
B)ischial tuberosity
C)anterior gluteal line
D)inferior gluteal line
E)greater sciatic notch

Question 22

The hip joint is the joint found between

A)the femur and tibia.
B)the pelvis and sacrum.
C)the pelvis and tibia.
D)the femur and patella.
E)the pelvis and femur.

Question 23

The lateral malleolus is found on the distal end of what bone?

A)tibia
B)fibula
C)talus
D)metatarsals
E)femur

Question 24

The coxal bones unite anteriorly at a joint called the

A)pubic symphysis.
B)sacroiliac joint.
C)hip.
D)acetabulum.
E)None of these choices are correct.

Question 25

In comparison to the male pelvis,the female pelvis is NOT

A)wider.
B)shallower.
C)larger in the pelvic inlet.
D)larger in the pelvic outlet.
E)larger in the acetabulum.

Question 26

Which of the following is the largest foramen in the human skeleton?

A)acetabulum
B)obturator foramen
C)vertebral foramen
D)mental foramen
E)foramen magnum

Question 27

In the standard anatomical position,the _____ is the bone of the pelvis found the most superior.

A)ilium
B)pubis
C)ischium
D)Both ilium and ischium.
E)All of these choices are correct.

Question 28

The carpometacarpal joint consists of the

A)base of metacarpal bones and distal row of carpal bones.
B)base of metacarpal bones and proximal row of carpal bones.
C)head of metacarpal bones and distal row of carpal bones.
D)head of metacarpal bones and proximal row of carpal bones.
E)None of these choices are correct.

Question 29

The portion of the bony pelvis that is found inferior to the pelvic brim is called

A)the false pelvis.
B)the greater pelvis.
C)the true pelvis.
D)both the false pelvis and the greater pelvis.
E)all of these choices are correct.

Question 30

The carpal tunnel consists of which of the following?

A)pisiform
B)trapezium
C)flexor retinaculum
D)Both pisiform and trapezium.
E)All of these choices are correct.

Question 31

Which of the following markings is located on the medial side of the femur?

A)lesser trochanter
B)greater trochanter
C)head
D)Both head and lesser trochanter
E)Both head and greater trochanter

Question 32

Which of following bones is NOT a tarsal bone?

A)talus
B)calcaneus
C)navicular
D)cuneiform
E)capitate

Question 33

Which process on the femur serves as an attachment point for tendons of several thigh muscles?

A)gluteal tuberosity
B)linea aspera
C)medial epicondyle
D)Both gluteal tuberosity and linea aspera
E)Both linea aspera and medial epicondyle

Question 34

Which sesamoid bone develops in the tendon of the quadriceps femoris muscle and articulates with medial and lateral condyles of femur?

A)ischium
B)ilium
C)pubis
D)patella
E)fibula

Question 35

The hard sharp ridge of the shin that can easily be felt below the skin is the

A)anterior border (crest)of the tibia.
B)tibial tuberosity.
C)medial condyle of the tibia.
D)tibiofemoral joint.
E)intercondylar eminence.

Question 36

The medial and lateral condyles of the femur fit into what part of the patella?

A)articular facets
B)base of the patella
C)tibiofemoral crest
D)apex of the patella
E)None of these choices are correct.

Question 37

Each lower limb has

A)30 bones found in 3 locations.
B)30 bones found in 4 locations.
C)32 bones found in 3 locations.
D)32 bones found in 4 locations.
E)34 bones found in 4 locations.

Question 38

Which of the structures listed below is NOT part of the knee joint?

A)lateral condyle of the femur
B)medial condyle of the femur
C)lateral malleolus of the fibula
D)condyles of the tibia
E)patella

Question 39

How many phalanges are in each hand?

A)10
B)12
C)14
D)16
E)20

Question 40

What is the function of the pelvic girdle?

A)support for vertebral column
B)attachment site for lower limbs
C)attachment site for large pectoral muscles.
D)attachment site for lower limbs and for large pectoral muscles.
E)All of these choices are correct.

Question 41

In the diagram,which of the labeled structures is the coracoid process?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
E)E

Question 42

In the diagram,where is the styloid process of the radius?

A)A
B)B
C)E
D)F
E)Not labeled on the diagram.

Question 43

In the diagram of the foot,where is the navicular?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
E)E

Question 44

In the diagram,which of the labeled structures is the supraspinous fossa?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
E)E

Question 45

In the diagram of the wrist and hand,where is the capitate bone?

A)D
B)E
C)F
D)G
E)H

Question 46

In the diagram,which is the lateral epicondyle of the humerus?

A)A
B)B
C)F
D)G
E)H

Question 47

In the diagram of the pelvis,where is the ischial tuberosity?

A)E
B)F
C)G
D)H
E)Not labeled in the diagram.

Question 48

In the diagram,where is the radial tuberosity?

A)A
B)B
C)E
D)F
E)Not labeled on the diagram.

Question 49

In the diagram,which of the labeled structures on the femur serve as points of attachment for the tendons of thigh and buttocks muscles?

A)A,B
B)A,B,C
C)A,D
D)A,B,M
E)D,M,L

Question 50

In the diagram,where is the trochlea?

A)B
B)C
C)D
D)E
E)Not labeled on the diagram.

Question 51

In the diagram,where is the medial condyle on the femur?

A)I
B)H
C)J
D)K
E)Not labeled on the diagram.

Question 52

In the diagram,which structure on the humerus receives the head of the radius when the forearm is flexed.

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
E)F

Question 53

Which of the followings structures is not found in the foot?

A)pollex
B)hallux
C)talus
D)longitudinal arch
E)transverse arch

Question 54

In the diagram of the wrist and hand,where is the trapezoid bone?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
E)E

Question 55

In the diagram,where is the olecranon fossa?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)F
E)Not labeled on the diagram

Question 56

In the diagram of the pelvis,which structure is where the longest nerve in the body passes?

A)C
B)D
C)F
D)G
E)Not labeled on the diagram

Question 57

In the diagram,which of the labeled structures serve as attachment sites for tendons of the shoulder muscles?

A)A,B
B)B,C,D
C)A,B,C,
D)A,B,C,D
E)A,C,D,E

Question 58

In the diagram of the pelvis,which labeled structure terminates anteriorly as the anterior superior iliac spine?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
E)H

Question 59

In the diagram of the tibia and fibula,which structure(s)articulate(s)with the talus and forms a protrusion on the medial surface of the ankle?

A)A
B)E
C)F
D)Both E and F
E)Not labeled on the diagram.

Question 60

In the diagram,where is the tibial tuberosity?

A)B
B)C
C)E
D)F
E)G

Question 61

During embryonic and fetal develop,most skeletal tissues arise from

A)the neurocranium.
B)the notochord.
C)mesenchymal cells.
D)endoderm.
E)none of these choices are correct.

Question 62

The bones of the vertebrae are from the mesenchymal cells from

A)endoderm
B)mesoderm
C)mucous
D)ectoderm

Question 63

The radius is to the___________,as the ____________is to the femur.

A)ulna;tibia
B)humerus;tibia
C)fibula;humerus
D)tibia;humerus
E)femur;ulna

Question 64

In the diagram of the hand,which labeled bone is a metacarpal bone?

A)A
B)B
C)D
D)E
E)I

Question 65

Name the bones that are included in each lower limb.

Question 66

Name the bones that are included in each upper limb.

Question 67

Which pelvis in the diagram shows the characteristics of a female pelvis?

A)A
B)B
C)Both are male

Question 68

Shoulder (glenohumeral)dislocations are very common in emergency care.Which statement best describes an anterior shoulder dislocation?

A)Humeral head is in front of the glenoid cavity
B)Humeral head is below the acromion process
C)Humeral head is above the coracoid process
D)Humeral head is below the glenoid cavity

Question 69

Which of the following is a common condition experienced by runners,which is caused by the kneecap tracking laterally as well as inferiorly and superiorly.

A)patellofemoral stress syndrome
B)metatarsal microfracture
C)genu valgum (knock-knee)
D)hallux valgus
E)plantar fasciitis

Question 70

Which of the following is NOT a way that the skeletal system contributes to homeostasis?

A)provides support and protection for internal organs
B)stores and releases sodium ions
C)houses blood forming tissue
D)protects the brain and spinal cord
E)serves as attachment and leverage points for muscles

Question 71

In the diagram of the foot,which labeled bone is the largest and strongest tarsal bone?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
E)E

Question 72

The first digit in the upper extremity is [dropdown 1] in position.The first digit in the lower extremity is [dropdown 2] in position.
Dropdown Choices:
anterior
contralateral
ipsilateral
lateral
medial
posterior

Question 73

Compare and contrast the male and female pelvis.

Question 74

Which of the following is a condition where the foot is twisted inferiorly and medially,and the angle of the arch is increased?

A)patellofemoral stress syndrome
B)bunions
C)flatfoot
D)clawfoot
E)clubfoot

Question 75

The boundary between the true pelvis and the false pelvis is the

A)pelvic axis.
B)pubic symphysis.
C)pelvic outlet.
D)pelvic brim.
E)pectineal line.

Question 76

In the diagram,which labeled bone is the only bone of the foot that articulates with the fibula and tibia?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
E)E

Question 77

The neurocranium gives rise to bones of the

A)upper limbs.
B)lower limbs.
C)face.
D)ribcage.
E)skull.

Question 78

Which of the following is a condition where the medial longitudinal arch of the foot is decreased,resulting in fallen arches?

A)patellofemoral stress syndrome
B)bunions
C)flatfoot
D)clawfoot
E)clubfoot

Question 79

Absorption of calcium and phosphate from the [dropdown 1] system provide minerals for bone formation.Hormones,like estrogen,from the [dropdown 2] system influence growth of long bones in the appendicular system.Vitamin Ds active form is finalized in the kidneys of the [dropdown 3] system,which helps promote calcium absorption.The tuberosities on long bones provide attachment sites for tendons in the [dropdown 4] system.White blood cells,which are formed in marrow of long bones,contribute to the [dropdown 5] systems function.
Dropdown Choices:
cardiovascular
digestive
integumentary
lymphatic
muscular
reproduction
respiratory
urinary

Question 80

In the diagram,the pectoral girdle consists of 2 bones labeled _____ and _____.

A)A and B
B)A and G
C)C and F
D)F and H
E)E and F