A&P Lab 6 Homework

Which of the following is a NOT a likely explanation for the increased occurrence of hip fractures in the elderly?

The proximal epiphysis of the femur has a preponderance of spongy bone, which is weaker than compact bone.

Shin splints occur as a result of pulled tendons and muscles of the lower leg. What is the best way to avoid shin splints?

Gradually build up the workout schedule and do more cross training in order to avoid doing too much too fast.

Which bone is the heel of the human foot?

calcaneus

A more convex longitudinal arch partly characterizes a foot deformity called congenital talipes equinovarus. Which two bones are tied together by ligaments and tendons to maintain this arch?

calcaneus and metatarsals

Which spinal curve develops as the infant learns to support the head?

cervical

When fontanelles close prematurely, the skull shape becomes distorted. This condition is known as craniostenosis. If the anterior fontanelle closes prematurely, which of the following sutures is most likely involved?

coronal suture

Identify the bone at the end of the arrow.

fibula

Compression fractures associated with osteoporosis of vertebral bodies can distort the normal thoracic curvature of the vertebral column in a posterior direction. Such a distortion is called __________.

kyphosis

In some individuals, body fat accumulates almost exclusively in the belly region. Because of the enlarged belly, the individual has a swayback appearance. The clinical term for this distortion of the vertebral curvature is called __________.

lordosis

During a particularly stressful point in her life, a student suddenly developed a disorder called temporomandibular joint syndrome. As a result, she frequently experiences pain and grinds her teeth during sleep. Which two bone markings are directly involved in this disorder?

mandibular fossa and condylar process

Sinusitis, an inflammation of the paranasal sinuses, is brought on by a viral, bacterial, or fungal infection. The most commonly affected paranasal sinuses are the most inferior ones, which are called __________.

maxillary sinuses

Stress fractures due to running primarily affect the metatarsals. Which of the following bones does NOT articulate with the metatarsals?

navicular

While skateboarding, a young person suffered a fracture of the nose that resulted in a deviated septum. Which of the following bones or bone markings is most likely attended to during corrective surgery following this accident?

perpendicular plate of the ethmoid

Which suture separates the right and left parietal bones?

sagittal

Name the vertebral process indicated by the arrow.

spinous