Question 1

Which of the following statements concerning sutures is false?

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A)   They may become completely immovable in adults.
B)   The opposing bones in the joint interdigitate for stability.
C)   The tissue between the bones is hyaline cartilage.
D)   The periosteum of adjacent bones is continuous over the joint.
E)   Membranes, called fontanels, are present in some sutures at birth.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 2

Unlike other joints, a ________ does not join two bones to one another.

Accepted Answer

A)   suture
B)   syndesmosis
C)   gomphosis
D)   cartilaginous joint
E)   bony jointF) None of the above
G) A) and E)

Question 3

Turning a structure around its longitudinal axis is called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   circumduction
B)   rotation
C)   hyperextension
D)   supination
E)   pronationF) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a cartilaginous joint?

Accepted Answer

A)   Epiphyseal plates
B)   Intervertebral disks
C)   Fontanelles
D)   Sternocostal joint
E)   Manubriosternal jointF) B) and C)
G) C) and E)

Question 5

-The figure illustrates structures in the right temporomandibular joint (lateral view) . What does "E" represent?

Accepted Answer

A)   Lateral ligament
B)   Mandible
C)   Zygomatic arch
D)   Styloid process
E)   Stylomandibular ligamentF) D) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 6

A joint that consists of two opposing flat surfaces of approximately equal size is a/an ________ joint.

Accepted Answer

A)   plane
B)   saddle
C)   hinge
D)   pivot
E)   ellipsoidF) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 7

Jennifer has experienced pain in her left shoulder that is likely due to ligament damage. Which of the following symptoms will most likely accompany the pain?

Accepted Answer

A)   Reduction of range of motion
B)   Increased range of motion
C)   Damage to the anterior cruciate ligament
D)   Tear in the lateral ligamentE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 8

Rotating the forearm so that the palm faces posteriorly is called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   circumduction
B)   rotation
C)   hyperextension
D)   supination
E)   pronationF) A) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 9

-What does structure "A" represent on the diagram?

Accepted Answer

A)   Tendon
B)   Articular cartilage
C)   Bursa
D)   Fibrous capsule
E)   Synovial membraneF) None of the above
G) B) and E)

Question 10

-The figure illustrates bones, fontanels, and sutures on the fetal skull. What does "E" represent?

Accepted Answer

A)   Anterior fontanel
B)   Posterior fontanel
C)   Parietal bone
D)   Sagittal suture
E)   Occipital boneF) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Question 11

Gout is

Accepted Answer

A)   a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks.
B)   an inflammation of any joint.
C)   a metabolic disorder caused by increased uric acid in blood.
D)   a condition that may involve an autoimmune disease.
E)   the most common type of arthritis.F) B) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 12

Pain in a synovial joint such as the hip can occur because of irritation of the nerves in the

Accepted Answer

A)   fibrous capsule of the joint.
B)   articular cartilage of the femur.
C)   synovial fluid.
D)   joint cavity.
E)   bone.F) None of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 13

-The figure illustrates bones, fontanels, and sutures on the fetal skull. What does "A" represent?

Accepted Answer

A)   Anterior fontanel
B)   Posterior fontanel
C)   Parietal bone
D)   Sagittal suture
E)   Occipital boneF) None of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 14

The function of a bursa is to

Accepted Answer

A)   provide support for a weak joint.
B)   provide a fluid-filled cushion that reduces friction.
C)   increase the articulating surface at a joint.
D)   bind ligaments to bones.
E)   produce fluid.F) B) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 15

Osteoarthritis is

Accepted Answer

A)   a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks.
B)   an inflammation of any joint.
C)   a metabolic disorder caused by increased uric acid in blood.
D)   a condition that may involve an autoimmune disease.
E)   the most common type of arthritis.F) B) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 16

Which of the following types of joints is mismatched with its location?

Accepted Answer

A)   Saddle - thumb
B)   Ball and socket - between humerus and scapula
C)   Ellipsoid - between femur and tibia
D)   Plane - between carpal bones
E)   Hinge - cubitalF) D) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 17

The muscles that hold the humeral head within the glenoid cavity are collectively called the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   sunacromial bursae
B)   rotator cuff
C)   glenoid labrum
D)   coracohumeral ligament
E)   deltoid muscleF) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 18

An example of a symphysis is the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   elbow joint
B)   temporomandibular joint
C)   costovertebral joint
D)   intervertebral joint
E)   sacroiliac jointF) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 19

Hyaluronic acid

Accepted Answer

A)   contributes to the rigidity of a joint.
B)   is found in the synovial membrane.
C)   is responsible for the lubricating properties of synovial fluid.
D)   makes up most of the matrix of hyaline cartilage.
E)   makes surfaces rough.F) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 20

Shannon is a 51-year old woman who is active and rarely complains of joint issues. Which of the following lifestyle choices did she most likely make to protect against joint pain as she aged?

Accepted Answer

A)   Shannon attended yoga classes weekly beginning at age 29.
B)   Shannon has a regular walking routine three times per week.
C)   Shannon began focusing on eating a balanced diet in her early 30s.
D)   All of the choices are correct.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Exam 8: Joint and Movement

Which of the following statements concerning sutures is false?

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Shannon is a 51-year old woman who is active and rarely complains of joint issues. Which of the following lifestyle choices did she most likely make to protect against joint pain as she aged?

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Osteoarthritis is

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Which of the following is NOT a cartilaginous joint?

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-The figure illustrates structures in the right temporomandibular joint (lateral view) . What does "E" represent?

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Gout is

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The function of a bursa is to

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-The figure illustrates bones, fontanels, and sutures on the fetal skull. What does "E" represent?

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-The figure illustrates bones, fontanels, and sutures on the fetal skull. What does "A" represent?

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-What does structure "A" represent on the diagram?

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Hyaluronic acid

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Rotating the forearm so that the palm faces posteriorly is called ________.

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Pain in a synovial joint such as the hip can occur because of irritation of the nerves in the

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An example of a symphysis is the ________.

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Unlike other joints, a ________ does not join two bones to one another.

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The muscles that hold the humeral head within the glenoid cavity are collectively called the ________.

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Which of the following types of joints is mismatched with its location?

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Turning a structure around its longitudinal axis is called ________.

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Jennifer has experienced pain in her left shoulder that is likely due to ligament damage. Which of the following symptoms will most likely accompany the pain?

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A joint that consists of two opposing flat surfaces of approximately equal size is a/an ________ joint.

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