Question 1

Which of the following is not a movement that can occur between vertebrae?

Accepted Answer

A)  supination 
B)  rotation 
C)  flexion and extension 
D)  lateral flexion 
A)  supination 
B)  rotation 
C)  flexion and extension 
D)  lateral flexion A

Question 2

The largest foramen in the body is the ________ foramen.

Accepted Answer

obturator

Question 3

Figure 7.1
Using Figure 7.1, match the following:
-Transvers foramina allow the passage of vertebral arteries.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Match the following:
-Failure of these anterior bones to fuse causes a condition known as cleft palate.

Accepted Answer

A) Maxillae 
B) Temporal bones 
C) Sphenoid 
D) Lacrimal bones 
A) Maxillae 
B) Temporal bones 
C) Sphenoid 
D) Lacrimal bones

Question 5

The medial condyle of the femur articulates with the medial condyle of the ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The medial condyle of the femur articulates...

Question 6

Sam is an accountant who is especially busy during tax season.By the end of each day he complains of shoulder stiffness and tightness as well as some upper back pain.What might be Sam's problem and how could he prevent the discomfort?

Accepted Answer

Sam is probably sitting hunched over his

Question 7

Lordosis affects the thoracic vertebrae.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Jason is a 14-year-old who recently had his nose pierced through the nasal septum.He tells his mother that the area is very tender and warm to the touch.The area is also red.The mother calls the pediatrician's office and the nurse recommends that the mother bring Jason in for evaluation.The nurse explains to the mother that a local infection can spread and cause serious harm.Where do you think the infection could spread and why?

Accepted Answer

Infection of nasal piercings c

Question 9

What are the major functions of the intervertebral discs?

Accepted Answer

A)  to hold together the vertebra and support the body 
B)  to remove curvatures of the spine and provide springiness to the spinal column 
C)  to absorb shock and provide flexibility to the spine 
D)  to prevent hyperextension and allow rotation of the spine 
A)  to hold together the vertebra and support the body 
B)  to remove curvatures of the spine and provide springiness to the spinal column 
C)  to absorb shock and provide flexibility to the spine 
D)  to prevent hyperextension and allow rotation of the spine

Question 10

Figure 7.2
Using Figure 7.2, match the following:
-Forms parts of the middle cranial fossa,dorsal walls of the orbits,and external walls of the skull.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

What is the function of the lumbar curvature?

Accepted Answer

It positions the weight of the

Question 12

How are thoracic vertebrae 11 and 12 different from the other vertebrae?

Accepted Answer

A)  There are two foramina on vertebrae 11 and 12. 
B)  The transverse processes do not have facets that articulate with the tubercles of the ribs. 
C)  The orientation of the articular processes is different from all the other thoracic vertebrae. 
D)  The spinous processes are directed parallel with the centrum. 
A)  There are two foramina on vertebrae 11 and 12. 
B)  The transverse processes do not have facets that articulate with the tubercles of the ribs. 
C)  The orientation of the articular processes is different from all the other thoracic vertebrae. 
D)  The spinous processes are directed parallel with the centrum.

Question 13

The hyoid bone is unique because it ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  is composed of three bones joined together 
B)  is the only bone of the body that does not articulate with any other bone 
C)  is the only irregular bone found in the neck 
D)  is the only bone formed by the fusion of right and left halves 
A)  is composed of three bones joined together 
B)  is the only bone of the body that does not articulate with any other bone 
C)  is the only irregular bone found in the neck 
D)  is the only bone formed by the fusion of right and left halves

Question 14

Match the following:
-The fingers have three of these bones and the thumb has only two.

Accepted Answer

A) Humerus 
B) Radius 
C) Phalanges 
A) Humerus 
B) Radius 
C) Phalanges

Question 15

Which portion of the fibula articulates with the talus?

Accepted Answer

A)  calcaneus 
B)  medial malleolus 
C)  head 
D)  lateral malleolus 
A)  calcaneus 
B)  medial malleolus 
C)  head 
D)  lateral malleolus

Question 16

Paranasal sinuses are found in which of these facial bones?

Accepted Answer

A)  zygomatic bones 
B)  vomer 
C)  nasal conchae 
D)  maxillae 
A)  zygomatic bones 
B)  vomer 
C)  nasal conchae 
D)  maxillae

Question 17

What is the major function of the axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

A)  provide central support for the body and protect internal organs 
B)  provide a space for the major digestive organs 
C)  provide an attachment point for muscles that allow movement 
D)  give the body resilience 
A)  provide central support for the body and protect internal organs 
B)  provide a space for the major digestive organs 
C)  provide an attachment point for muscles that allow movement 
D)  give the body resilience

Question 18

Most of the body's weight is carried by the talus and calcaneus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Figure 7.1
Using Figure 7.1, match the following:
-Articulates with hip bones of the pelvis.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 20

Match the following:
-These bones have the thickest body (centrum)with short blunt spinous processes.

Accepted Answer

A) Lumbar vertebrae 
B) Axis 
C) Atlas 
D) Coccyx 
E) Thoracic vertebrae 
A) Lumbar vertebrae 
B) Axis 
C) Atlas 
D) Coccyx 
E) Thoracic vertebrae

Exam 7: The Skeleton

Which of the following is not a movement that can occur between vertebrae?

The largest foramen in the body is the ________ foramen.

Figure 7.1 Using Figure 7.1, match the following: -Transvers foramina allow the passage of vertebral arteries.

Match the following: -Failure of these anterior bones to fuse causes a condition known as cleft palate.

The medial condyle of the femur articulates with the medial condyle of the ________.

Sam is an accountant who is especially busy during tax season.By the end of each day he complains of shoulder stiffness and tightness as well as some upper back pain.What might be Sam's problem and how could he prevent the discomfort?

Lordosis affects the thoracic vertebrae.

What are the major functions of the intervertebral discs?

Figure 7.2 Using Figure 7.2, match the following: -Forms parts of the middle cranial fossa,dorsal walls of the orbits,and external walls of the skull.

What is the function of the lumbar curvature?

How are thoracic vertebrae 11 and 12 different from the other vertebrae?

The hyoid bone is unique because it ________.

Match the following: -The fingers have three of these bones and the thumb has only two.

Which portion of the fibula articulates with the talus?

Paranasal sinuses are found in which of these facial bones?

What is the major function of the axial skeleton?

Most of the body's weight is carried by the talus and calcaneus.

Figure 7.1 Using Figure 7.1, match the following: -Articulates with hip bones of the pelvis.

Match the following: -These bones have the thickest body (centrum)with short blunt spinous processes.

The Human Body: an Orientation

Chemistry Comes Alive

Cells: the Living Units

Tissue: the Living Fabric

The Integumentary System

Bones and Skeletal Tissue

Joints

Muscles and Muscle Tissue

The Muscular System

Fundamentals of the Nervous System and Nervous Tissue

The Central Nervous System

The Peripheral Nervous System and Reflex Activity

The Autonomic Nervous System

The Special Senses

The Endocrine System

Blood

The Cardiovascular System: the Heart

The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels

The Lymphatic System and Lymphoid Organs and Tissues

The Immune System: Innate and Adaptive Body Defenses

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System

Nutrition,metabolism,and Body Temperature Regulation

The Urinary System

Fluid,electrolyte,and Acid-Base Balance

The Reproductive System

Pregnancy and Human Development

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