Question 1

Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Sternum

Question 2

Which suture separates the parietal bones from the occipital bone in the human skull?

Accepted Answer

Lambdoid suture

Question 3

A patient presents with a herniated disc between L4 and L5. Which structure is most likely protruding?

Accepted Answer

Nucleus pulposus

Question 4

Which of the following is a function of the paranasal sinuses?

Accepted Answer

Lighten the skull and warm/moisten air

Question 5

Which vertebra is also known as the 'atlas' and what is its primary function?

Accepted Answer

C1; supports the skull and allows nodding

Question 6

Which of the following best describes a fontanel in the fetal skull?

Accepted Answer

A fibrous membrane between cranial bones

Question 7

Which of the following is a difference between male and female pelvises?

Accepted Answer

Female pelvis has a larger pelvic inlet

Question 8

Which of the following ribs are considered 'floating ribs'?

Accepted Answer

Ribs 11-12

Question 9

A patient has scoliosis. Which of the following best describes this condition?

Accepted Answer

Lateral curvature of the vertebral column

Question 10

Which bone marking is a rounded articular projection found at the end of long bones?

Accepted Answer

Condyle

Question 11

How are the metacarpals of the hand numbered?

Accepted Answer

From lateral (thumb) to medial (pinky), 1 to 5

Question 12

Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of cervical vertebrae?

Accepted Answer

Bifid spinous process

Question 13

Which part of the pelvis forms the superior boundary of the true pelvis?

Accepted Answer

Pelvic inlet

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the function of the intervertebral disc?

Accepted Answer

Acts as a shock absorber between vertebrae

Question 15

Which of the following is true regarding the acetabulum in the female pelvis compared to the male pelvis?

Accepted Answer

It is smaller and more anteriorly oriented

Question 16

Which of the following is a function of the obturator foramen?

Accepted Answer

Allows passage of nerves and blood vessels to the lower limb

Question 17

Which of the following is a correct description of the pubic symphysis?

Accepted Answer

A cartilaginous joint uniting the left and right pubic bones

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the orientation of the ilia in the female pelvis?

Accepted Answer

More flared laterally

Question 19

Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of lumbar vertebrae?

Accepted Answer

Large, kidney-shaped body

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the numbering system for phalanges in the hand?

Accepted Answer

Each finger has three phalanges, numbered proximal to distal

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