Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Sternum

Question 2

The term 'appendicular' in 'appendicular skeleton' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The appendages or limbs of the body

Question 3

Which of the following correctly lists the major components of the appendicular skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Pectoral girdle, pelvic girdle, upper limbs, lower limbs

Question 4

A patient presents with pain in the carpal region. Which part of the appendicular skeleton is affected?

Accepted Answer

Wrist

Question 5

Which of the following statements best describes the difference between the bones of the hands and feet?

Accepted Answer

Both have phalanges, but hands have carpals and feet have tarsals

Question 6

Which bone is part of the pelvic girdle?

Accepted Answer

Hip bone (coxal bone)

Question 7

A fracture to which bone would most likely impair the ability to walk?

Accepted Answer

Femur

Question 8

Which of the following is a function of the pelvic girdle?

Accepted Answer

Withstands high stress and connects lower limbs to the axial skeleton

Question 9

A patient is diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. Which nerve is most likely compressed?

Accepted Answer

Median nerve

Question 10

Which of the following best describes a key anatomical difference between male and female pelvises?

Accepted Answer

Female pelvis is wider and more circular to facilitate childbirth

Question 11

If a person suffers a fracture to the patella, which function would be most directly affected?

Accepted Answer

Extension of the knee

Question 12

Which of the following equations best represents the total number of phalanges in both hands and both feet?

Accepted Answer

$$14 	imes 2 = 28$$

Question 13

A patient has difficulty abducting their arm at the shoulder. Which part of the appendicular skeleton is most likely involved?

Accepted Answer

Pectoral girdle

Question 14

Which of the following is true regarding the scapula?

Accepted Answer

It articulates with the clavicle and humerus

Question 15

Which of the following best explains why the pelvic girdle is more robust than the pectoral girdle?

Accepted Answer

It must withstand the stresses of locomotion and support the body's weight

Question 16

A person is unable to flex their wrist after an injury. Which group of bones is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Carpals

Question 17

Which of the following is a correct pairing of appendicular bones and their respective regions?

Accepted Answer

Metacarpals - hand

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Provides attachment for the upper limbs and allows for a wide range of motion

Question 19

A patient with a fractured femur and tibia has injuries to which part of the appendicular skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Lower limb

Question 20

Which of the following best explains why both hands and feet have phalanges, but only feet have tarsals?

Accepted Answer

Tarsals form the ankle and provide support for walking, while hands have carpals for wrist movement

The Appendicular Skeleton: Structure and Function

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