Test 3 HW
Which of the 5 bone features listed below contribute to the elbow joint?1. capitulum2. head of the ulna3. head of the radius4. trochlear notch of the ulna5. styloid process of radius
1, 3, and 4
Which of the following terms could describe a joint at which flexion and extension are the only movements?1. pivot joint2. hinge joint3. monaxial joint4. biaxial joint
2 and 3
Dorsiflexion is associated with which of the following joints?
Ankle joint
The pelvic girdle allows for a greater range of motion. The pectoral girdle offers more strength.
Both statements are false.
Which of the following are TRUE statements?
Structurally, joints are classified based on the type of material that binds the bones together. Structurally, joints are classified based on whether or not they have a synovial cavity. Functionally, joints are classified based on the degree of movement allowed. Ligaments bind one bone to another bone.
Which of the following is FALSE when comparing the pectoral and pelvic girdles?
The pectoral girdle offers more strength than mobility.
What are the functions of articular cartilage, synovial fluid, and articular discs?
a) reduce friction b) absorb shock
The cup-shaped depression formed by all three portions of the hip (coxal) bone is the _____.
acetabulum
The head of femur attached to the pelvis at the
acetabulum
What bones form the elbow joint?
all of the choices are correct
Describe the importance of ligaments at joints.
all of the choices are correct they bind structures within joints they limit mobility they stabilize joints
Which ligament is stretched or torn in about 70% of all serious knee injuries?
anterior cruciate ligament
Joints that have been severely damaged by diseases or injury may be replaced surgically with artificial joints in a procedure referred to as _________________.
arthroplasty
The ulna _________.
articulates with the trochlea of the humerus.
The largest of the tarsal bones is the ___________.
calcaneus.
The patella has an/is
completely enclosed in a tendon.
What ankle ligament is responsible for providing stability to the medial aspect of the ankle?
deltoid ligament
Dropping your jaw (opening your mouth) in surprise involves what type of movement?
depression
A ____________ joint is a freely movable joint.
diarthrosis
Which of the following is associated with synovial joints?
diarthrosis
Which type of joint has the most movement?
diarthrosis
Which of the following is an example of a uniaxial (monaxial) joint?
elbow joint
When closing the jaw, the mandible is
elevating
The olecranon process of the ulna entirely occupies the olecranon fossa of the humerus when the forearm is in which position?
extension (straightened)
Which of the following is the correct sequence of bones of the lower limb, from proximal to distal ends?
femur, tibia and fibula, tarsals, metatarsals, phalanges
Fibrous connective tissue firmly holds the articular surfaces of bones together in
fibrous joints
Which of the following is a non-weight-bearing bone?
fibula
Which two movements of the head provide for signaling a "yes" response?
flexion and extension
Which movements does the elbow permit? Select all that apply.
flexion and extension of the forearm, pronation and supination
Which synovial joint would exhibit a labrum?
glenohumeral
Which structure of the scapula articulates (forms a joint) with the head of the humerus?
glenoid cavity
Joints found between carpal bones allow
gliding motions
The knee is considered a modified
hinge joint
The capitulum of the ____ articulates with the head of the radius.
humerus
Which of the following is an example of a hinge joint? Select all that apply.
interphalangeal ankle
The true pelvis
is inferior to the pelvic brim
Which hip bone structure may hurt someone's thigh when you sit on his or her lap?
ischial tuberosity
What is the function of the rotator cuff?
it anchors the humerus to the scapula
What is the function of the pectoral girdle?
it attaches the free upper limbs to the axial skeleton
Which structure forms the prominence on the lateral surface of the ankle?
lateral malleolus of fibula
A ____________ refers to dense irregular or dense regular connective tissue that binds one bone to another.
ligament
The malleolus of the tibia is on the same side as the
medial condyle
The tibia is
medial to the fibula
A good description for a condyloid (ellipsoidal) joint is
oval-shaped projection fits into an oval depression.
Which of the following is the correct sequence of bones of the upper limb, from distal to proximal ends?
phalanges, metacarpals, carpals, radius and ulna, humerus
Which of these does not belong to the distal row of carpal bones?
pisiform
At the elbow joint, which ligaments connect the humerus and the radius?
radial collateral ligament
Which movement of the atlanto-axial joint provides for signaling a "no" response?
rotation
The primary type of movement permitted at a pivot joint is
rotation.
The glenohumeral joint is also known as the
shoulder joint
The action that moves the palm of the hand into anatomical position is
supination
Which of the following muscles make up the rotator cuff?
supraspinatus infraspinatus subscapularis
What humeral landmark is located just distal to the tubercles and is often the site of humeral fractures?
surgical neck
A fibrous joint composed of a thin layer of dense irregular connective tissue between bones of the skull are
sutures
Which of the following is not a type of synovial joint?
swing
A _____ is a type of joint in which two bones are held together by a disc of fibrocartilage.
symphysis
A ___________ is a type of joint formed where two bones are joined by a pad of fibrocartilage. The intervertebral joints are an example.
symphysis
If a joint is enclosed in a tough connective tissue capsule and if it contains a joint cavity, it is classified as
synovial.
What are the opposing functions of the anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments?
the anterior cruciate ligament prevents anterior sliding of the tibia on the femur, whereas the posterior anterior ligament prevents the posterior sliding of the tibia on the femur.
Which is distal to the proximal phalanges?
the middle phalange
Using the following directional terms, decide which bone is being described: proximal to metacarpal I; distal to the scaphoid bone; and lateral to the trapezoid bone.
trapezium
At the elbow joint, which ligaments connect the humerus and the ulna?
ulnar collateral ligament