Question 1

Which of the following best explains why the sutures in a fetal human cranium are not fused, while those in an adult cranium are rigid and fused?

Accepted Answer

Fetal sutures are not fused to allow for rapid brain growth and passage through the birth canal.

Question 2

A patient presents with a fracture of the shaft of the femur. Which anatomical term best describes the location of this fracture?

Accepted Answer

Diaphysis

Question 3

During CPR, which bony landmark should be avoided to prevent injury to the patient?

Accepted Answer

Xiphoid process

Question 4

Which region of the vertebral column contains 12 vertebrae and is associated with the rib cage?

Accepted Answer

Thoracic

Question 5

A nurse needs to identify the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) on a patient. Why is this landmark clinically important?

Accepted Answer

It helps distinguish between male and female pelvises for diagnostic purposes.

Question 6

Which of the following movements is possible at the shoulder joint due to its ball-and-socket structure?

Accepted Answer

Flexion, abduction, adduction, and circumduction

Question 7

A patient has a fracture at the proximal end of the humerus. Which part of the bone is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Epiphysis

Question 8

Which bone is located lateral to the tibia in the lower leg?

Accepted Answer

Fibula

Question 9

In anatomical position, how many carpal bones are present in one human hand?

Accepted Answer

8

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the orientation of the radius and ulna when the forearm is pronated?

Accepted Answer

The radius crosses over the ulna.

Question 11

A patient is given an intramuscular injection in the gluteal region. Which landmark is used to avoid injury to the sciatic nerve?

Accepted Answer

Upper outer quadrant of the gluteus maximus

Question 12

Which structure forms the articulation between the axial skeleton and the pelvic girdle?

Accepted Answer

Sacrum

Question 13

Which of the following is a function of articular (hyaline) cartilage in synovial joints?

Accepted Answer

Reduces friction and increases flexibility and resilience

Question 14

A patient presents with a fracture of the humerus seen on X-ray. The fracture is located on the shaft. Which term best describes this region?

Accepted Answer

Diaphysis

Question 15

Which of the following bones is NOT part of the pectoral girdle?

Accepted Answer

Humerus

Question 16

Which joint type allows for the greatest range of motion?

Accepted Answer

Ball and socket joint

Question 17

Which of the following formulas correctly represents the total number of vertebrae in the human spine?

Accepted Answer

Question 18

Which bone is most likely to be fractured when a patient falls directly onto their shoulder?

Accepted Answer

Clavicle

Question 19

Which anatomical landmark is used to identify the lateral aspect of the proximal femur?

Accepted Answer

Greater trochanter

Question 20

A patient is prescribed anticoagulants after a hip fracture. Why is this necessary?

Accepted Answer

To prevent blood clots due to immobility

Nurs 1002-Lab #5

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