Question 1

Which of the following bones is NOT part of the axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Scapula

Question 2

A patient presents with a fracture to the femur. How would you classify this bone based on its shape?

Accepted Answer

Long bone

Question 3

Which anatomical term describes a small rounded projection found on bones?

Accepted Answer

Tubercle

Question 4

The vertebral column is part of which division of the skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Axial skeleton

Question 5

Which of the following is a depression in a bone that generally serves as an articular surface?

Accepted Answer

Fossa

Question 6

A patient has a herniated intervertebral disc. Which part of the disc is most likely to protrude and compress a spinal nerve?

Accepted Answer

Nucleus pulposus

Question 7

Which bone is classified as an irregular bone?

Accepted Answer

Sphenoid

Question 8

The sternum is composed of which three parts?

Accepted Answer

Manubrium, body, xiphoid process

Question 9

Which of the following structures is a projection that serves as an attachment site for muscles on the proximal femur?

Accepted Answer

Trochanter

Question 10

A groove or sulcus on a bone is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A narrow depression

Question 11

Which of the following formulas correctly represents the total number of bones in the adult human skeleton?

Accepted Answer

$N_{total} = 206$

Question 12

If a patient suffers a fracture to the zygomatic bone, which region of the skeleton is affected?

Accepted Answer

Axial skeleton

Question 13

Which of the following is a function of the axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Protects vital organs such as the brain and heart

Question 14

Which bone is part of the appendicular skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Clavicle

Question 15

A patient presents with pain in the region of the acromion. Which bone is most likely involved?

Accepted Answer

Scapula

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Absorb shock and prevent vertebrae from rubbing against each other

Question 17

Which projection is described as a knob and is commonly found on bones such as the tibia?

Accepted Answer

Tuberosity

Question 18

Which of the following is a real-life consequence of a herniated nucleus pulposus in the lumbar region?

Accepted Answer

Impaired function and pain due to compression of spinal nerves

Question 19

Which of the following bones forms the anterior portion of the pelvic girdle?

Accepted Answer

Pubis

Question 20

A patient has difficulty rotating their head to say 'no.' Which vertebra is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Axis (C2)

Skeletal System: Gross Anatomy Study Guide

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