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7. The Skeletal System

The Spine

7. The Skeletal System

The Spine

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Spine (Vertebral Column)

Spine (Vertebral Column)

The Spine Example 1

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Vertebral Column Anatomy

Vertebral Column Anatomy

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Structure of a Typical Vertebra: Anatomy and Physiology

Structure of a Typical Vertebra: Anatomy and Physiology

Dr. Frank O'Neill GrowGrayMatter

Vertebral Column Anatomy and Bones [Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar, Sacral Spine]

Vertebral Column Anatomy and Bones [Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar, Sacral Spine]

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Multiple Choice

In a skiing accident, Marcio broke his T2 and T3. Where is his injury?

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Multiple Choice

Which part of the spine will have fewer individual bones as you age?

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Multiple Choice

How many cervical vertebrae are there in a normal adult?

Multiple Choice

The inferior end of the vertebral column is composed of the __________.

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In a(n) __________, the vertebral column is formed from 33 separate bones.

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How many regions of the vertebral column are there?

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The vertebral disc is housed between the __________ of neighboring vertebrae.

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C₇ is referred to as the vertebra prominens because __________.

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Which of the following spinal deformities is quite common during late childhood in females?

Multiple Choice

The vertebrae that have enhanced weight-bearing capability are the __________.

Textbook Question

Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.

The thoracic and sacral curvatures are the vertebral column's concave curvatures.

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Textbook Question

Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.

A vertebral disc is composed of an inner anulus fibrosus and an outer nucleus pulposus.

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Textbook Question

Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.

The posterior projection from a vertebra is the spinous process.

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Textbook Question

Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.

The sacral, coccygeal, and cervical vertebrae are fused in an adult.

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Textbook Question

What is the function of the intervertebral discs?

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Textbook Question

Distinguish between the anulus fibrosus and nucleus pulposus regions of a disc. Which provides durability and strength? Which provides resilience? Which part is involved in a 'slipped' disc?

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Textbook Question

List at least two specific anatomical characteristics each for typical cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae that would allow anyone to identify each type correctly.

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Textbook Question

Mr. Wright had polio as a boy and was partially paralyzed in one lower limb for over a year. Although no longer paralyzed, he now has a severe lateral curvature of the lumbar spine. Explain what has happened and identify his condition.

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Textbook Question

Mrs. Dent presents to the clinic with back pain. During the exam, you notice that she has severe kyphosis, and you suspect a vertebral fracture. What specific part of her vertebra is likely to be fractured, considering her deformity? Explain.

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Textbook Question

How do the atlas (C1) and the axis (C2) differ from other cervical vertebrae? How does this difference enable them to perform their functions?

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