Question 1

A physical therapist is helping a patient perform a movement at the hip joint, as shown in the image. Which type of synovial joint is the hip, and what is the primary axis of movement allowed?

Accepted Answer

Ball-and-socket joint; triaxial movement

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the structural classification of the sutures found in the human skull?

Accepted Answer

Fibrous joint

Question 3

The pubic symphysis is an example of which type of joint?

Accepted Answer

Cartilaginous amphiarthrosis

Question 4

Which of the following structures is responsible for reducing friction between the skin and the patella during movement?

Accepted Answer

Prepatellar bursa

Question 5

A patient presents with an injury to the interosseous membrane between the radius and ulna. What type of joint is affected?

Accepted Answer

Syndesmosis (fibrous amphiarthrosis)

Question 6

Which movement decreases the angle between two bones in the anterior-posterior plane?

Accepted Answer

Flexion

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a function of synovial fluid?

Accepted Answer

Providing structural support to ligaments

Question 8

A patient is unable to move their thumb to touch the tips of their other fingers. Which type of synovial joint is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Saddle joint

Question 9

Which of the following best describes the movement of the forearm when turning the palm from facing anteriorly to facing posteriorly?

Accepted Answer

Pronation

Question 10

Which ligament type is found inside the articular capsule of a synovial joint?

Accepted Answer

Intracapsular ligament

Question 11

A patient suffers a hyperextension injury to the knee. Which of the following best describes hyperextension?

Accepted Answer

Excessive extension beyond the anatomical position

Question 12

Which of the following joints allows for rotation but not flexion or extension?

Accepted Answer

Pivot joint

Question 13

Which movement describes raising the shoulders towards the ears?

Accepted Answer

Elevation

Question 14

Which of the following is a cartilaginous synarthrosis?

Accepted Answer

Synchondrosis

Question 15

Which joint type is characterized by flat or slightly curved surfaces that allow bones to slide across each other?

Accepted Answer

Plane (planar) joint

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the function of a meniscus in a synovial joint?

Accepted Answer

Provides shock absorption and cushioning

Question 17

Which movement is defined as moving a limb away from the midline of the body?

Accepted Answer

Abduction

Question 18

Which of the following is an example of a uniaxial synovial joint?

Accepted Answer

Elbow joint

Question 19

Which structure surrounds a synovial joint and is composed of fibrous connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Articular capsule

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the movement of the ankle when standing on tiptoes?

Accepted Answer

Plantar flexion

Anatomy & Physiology Study Guide: Chapter 9 – Joints

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