Question 1

Which of the following best describes the function of the pectoral girdle?

Accepted Answer

It attaches the upper extremity to the body and allows for a wide range of motion.

Question 2

The clavicle is characterized by which of the following features?

Accepted Answer

It is S-shaped, flattened dorsoventrally, with a rounded sternal end and a flattened acromial end.

Question 3

Which joint is formed by the articulation of the clavicle with the sternum?

Accepted Answer

Sternoclavicular joint

Question 4

A patient presents with a dislocated shoulder after a fall. Which anatomical feature of the shoulder joint makes it particularly susceptible to dislocation?

Accepted Answer

The loose attachment of the humeroscapular (shoulder) joint

Question 5

Which bone of the upper limb articulates with both the scapula and the radius?

Accepted Answer

Humerus

Question 6

During a physical examination, you palpate a bony prominence on the superior aspect of the shoulder. Which structure are you most likely feeling?

Accepted Answer

Acromion process

Question 7

Which of the following statements about the scapula is correct?

Accepted Answer

Its spine ends as the acromion process, which articulates with the clavicle.

Question 8

A fracture at the acromial end of the clavicle would most likely affect which joint?

Accepted Answer

Acromioclavicular joint

Question 9

Which of the following best explains why the shoulder joint has a greater range of motion compared to the hip joint?

Accepted Answer

The shoulder joint has looser attachments and a shallower socket.

Question 10

If a patient has a fracture at the sternal end of the clavicle, which structure is most likely to be affected?

Accepted Answer

Sternoclavicular joint

Question 11

Which of the following equations best represents the number of bones in one upper limb, given that the arm has 1 humerus, the forearm has 2 bones, the wrist has 8 bones, and the hand has 19 bones?

Accepted Answer

$1 + 2 + 8 + 19 = 30$

Question 12

A patient is unable to abduct their arm at the shoulder. Which structure is most likely involved?

Accepted Answer

Acromion process

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a function of the clavicle?

Accepted Answer

It forms the socket for the head of the humerus.

Question 14

Which real-life scenario best illustrates the importance of the loose attachment of the shoulder joint?

Accepted Answer

A baseball pitcher throwing a fastball

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the anatomical relationship between the clavicle and the scapula?

Accepted Answer

The clavicle attaches medially to the sternum and laterally to the scapula.

Appendicular Skeleton: Structure and Components of Upper and Lower Extremities

Study Guide - Practice Questions

Study Guide - Flashcards