Question 1

Which of the following bones is NOT part of the pectoral (shoulder) girdle?

Accepted Answer

Humerus

Question 2

A patient presents with a fracture at the sternal end of the clavicle. Which joint is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Sternoclavicular joint

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Maximizes range of motion for the upper limb

Question 4

A fall on an outstretched hand often results in a fracture of which carpal bone?

Accepted Answer

Scaphoid

Question 5

Which ligament connects the clavicle to the manubrium of the sternum?

Accepted Answer

Sternoclavicular ligament

Question 6

A patient has difficulty abducting their arm at the shoulder. Which anatomical feature of the scapula is most likely involved?

Accepted Answer

Glenoid cavity

Question 7

Which of the following correctly lists the bones of the upper limb from proximal to distal?

Accepted Answer

Humerus, radius, carpals, metacarpals, phalanges

Question 8

Which bone articulates with the trochlea of the humerus?

Accepted Answer

Ulna

Question 9

A patient is unable to supinate their forearm. Which bone is most likely involved in this movement?

Accepted Answer

Radius

Question 10

Which of the following statements about the pelvic girdle is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

It consists of the ilium, ischium, and pubis

Question 11

Which of the following best describes the function of the costoclavicular ligament?

Accepted Answer

Connects the clavicle to the first rib

Question 12

A fracture of the surgical neck of the humerus is most likely to affect which nerve?

Accepted Answer

Axillary nerve

Question 13

Which of the following carpal bones is found in the proximal row?

Accepted Answer

Scaphoid

Question 14

If a person cannot flex the distal phalanx of their index finger, which bone is most likely injured?

Accepted Answer

Distal phalanx

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Supports the body while standing and walking

Question 16

A patient has a dislocated acromioclavicular joint. Which movement of the upper limb is most likely to be affected?

Accepted Answer

Abduction at the shoulder

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the anatomical position of the ulna relative to the radius in the forearm?

Accepted Answer

Medial

Question 18

Which of the following joints allows for the greatest range of motion in the upper limb?

Accepted Answer

Glenohumeral joint

Question 19

A patient presents with pain and swelling at the base of the thumb after a fall. Which carpal bone is most likely fractured?

Accepted Answer

Trapezium

Question 20

Which of the following statements about the metacarpals is correct?

Accepted Answer

The metacarpal of the thumb is associated with the pollex

Lec 5- The Skeletal System: Appendicular Division – Study Notes

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