Question 1

The elbow joint is extremely stable because

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A)   the ulna and humerus interlock.
B)   the articular capsule is thin.
C)   the capsule lacks ligaments.
D)   several muscles support the joint capsule.
E)   the joint lacks bursae.F) B) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 2

Which of the following ligaments assists in stabilization of the shoulder joint?

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A)   coracoacromial
B)   subscapularis
C)   coracoclavicular
D)   coracoacromial and subscapular ligaments
E)   coracoacromial and coracoclavicular ligamentsF) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 3

Which ligament connects the clavicle and the acromion?

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A)   coracohumeral
B)   coracoacromial
C)   coracoclavicular
D)   glenohumeral
E)   acromioclavicularF) A) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 4

Mike falls off his skateboard and sprains his ankle. Which of the following most likely occurs with thistype of accident?

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A)   A bursa is damaged and leaks synovial fluid.
B)   A ligament is stretched and collagen fibers in the ligament are damaged.
C)   Articulating bones are forced out of position and ligaments are torn.
D)   Dislocation of the ankle occurs.
E)   The tibia is broken and must be set in a cast.F) C) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 5

Monaxial joints are known as ________ joints.

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A)   saddle
B)   gliding
C)   ball-and-socket
D)   condylar
E)   hingeF) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 6

Complete dislocation of the knee is rare because

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A)   the knee is protected by the patella.
B)   the femur articulates with the tibia at the knee.
C)   the knee contains seven major ligaments.
D)   the knee contains fat pads to absorb shocks.
E)   the knee is extremely resilient.F) C) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 7

Figure 9-1 A Simplified Sectional View of the Knee Joint
 
Use Figure 9-1 to answer the following questions:
-Identify the structure labeled "2."

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A)   serous membrane
B)   synovial membrane
C)   joint capsule
D)   periosteum
E)   intracapsular ligamentF) A) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 8

In ________ crystals of uric acid form within the synovial fluid of joints.

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A)   rheumatism
B)   degenerative joint disease
C)   rheumatoid arthritis
D)   osteoporosis
E)   gouty arthritisF) D) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 9

The back of the knee joint is reinforced by ________ ligaments.

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A)   tibial collateral
B)   anterior cruciate
C)   posterior cruciate
D)   patellar
E)   poplitealF) B) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 10

A ________ is a tender nodule formed around bursae over the base of the great toe.

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A)   spur
B)   blister
C)   callus
D)   bunion
E)   pimpleF) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 11

Figure 9-2 Bones of the Wrist and Hand
 
Use Figure 9-2 to answer the following questions:
-Identify the type of joint at label "1."

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A)   hinge
B)   condylar
C)   gliding
D)   saddle
E)   pivotF) A) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 12

The gelatinous core of an intervertebral disc is called the

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A)   annulus fibrosus.
B)   nucleus pulposus.
C)   synovial fluid.
D)   gelatinous pulposus.
E)   gelatinous fibrosus.F) A) and B)
G) C) and E)

Question 13

In the knee joint, the medial and lateral menisci

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A)   are cartilages that bind the knee to the tibia.
B)   act as cushions between the articulating surfaces.
C)   take the place of bursae.
D)   are found between the patella and femur.
E)   are prominent fat pads to protect the articulating bones.F) C) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 14

The atlantoaxial joint is an example of a ________ joint.

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A)   ball and socket
B)   pivot
C)   gliding
D)   condyloid
E)   saddleF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 15

The joint between the trapezium and metacarpal bone of the thumb is an example of a ________ joint.

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A)   saddle
B)   gliding
C)   condylar
D)   hinge
E)   pivotF) A) and C)
G) A) and D)

Question 16

Which of the following is one of the four major types of synarthrotic joints?

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A)   suture
B)   gomphosis
C)   synchondrosis
D)   synostosis
E)   All of the answers are correct.F) All of the above
G) C) and E)

Question 17

Which of the following movements is a good example of flexion?

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A)   opening the mouth
B)   turning the hand palm upward
C)   extreme bending of the head backwards
D)   bending the elbow
E)   spreading the fingersF) A) and E)
G) D) and E)

Question 18

Why is the inferior region of the shoulder joint most vulnerable to dislocation?

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The anterior, superior, and posterior su...

Question 19

The flava ligament is

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A)   a paired ligament that connect the laminae of adjacent vertebrae.
B)   a fibrous band that connects the posterior surfaces of adjacent vertebral bodies.
C)   a band of fibrous tissue connecting the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae.
D)   a longitudinal fibrous band that is attached to the tips of spinous processes from C7 to the sacrum.
E)   a wide fibrous band that connect the anterior surfaces of the adjacent vertebral bodies.F) None of the above
G) D) and E)

Question 20

The ankle joint is an example of a(n)  ________ joint.

Accepted Answer

A)   condylar
B)   saddle
C)   hinge
D)   ball-and-socket
E)   glidingF) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

Exam 9: Joints

Monaxial joints are known as ________ joints.

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Complete dislocation of the knee is rare because

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In ________ crystals of uric acid form within the synovial fluid of joints.

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Which of the following ligaments assists in stabilization of the shoulder joint?

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The joint between the trapezium and metacarpal bone of the thumb is an example of a ________ joint.

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The atlantoaxial joint is an example of a ________ joint.

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Which of the following movements is a good example of flexion?

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A ________ is a tender nodule formed around bursae over the base of the great toe.

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Which of the following is one of the four major types of synarthrotic joints?

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Figure 9-2 Bones of the Wrist and Hand Use Figure 9-2 to answer the following questions: -Identify the type of joint at label "1."

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The flava ligament is

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In the knee joint, the medial and lateral menisci

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The ankle joint is an example of a(n) ________ joint.

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The back of the knee joint is reinforced by ________ ligaments.

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Mike falls off his skateboard and sprains his ankle. Which of the following most likely occurs with thistype of accident?

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Figure 9-1 A Simplified Sectional View of the Knee Joint Use Figure 9-1 to answer the following questions: -Identify the structure labeled "2."

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Which ligament connects the clavicle and the acromion?

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Why is the inferior region of the shoulder joint most vulnerable to dislocation?

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The elbow joint is extremely stable because

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