Question 1

Which of the following best describes a synarthrosis joint?

Accepted Answer

An immovable joint where the edges of bones may touch or interlock

Question 2

Which structure in a synovial joint is responsible for shock absorption and nutrient distribution?

Accepted Answer

Synovial fluid

Question 3

A patient presents with a herniated disc. Which structure has ruptured, allowing the nucleus pulposus to compress spinal nerves?

Accepted Answer

Anulus fibrosus

Question 4

Which type of synovial joint allows for the greatest range of motion?

Accepted Answer

Ball-and-socket joint

Question 5

Which movement is described as moving a limb away from the longitudinal axis of the body?

Accepted Answer

Abduction

Question 6

The knee joint is stabilized by several ligaments. Which of the following is NOT a major stabilizing ligament of the knee?

Accepted Answer

Iliofemoral ligament

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the function of the meniscus in the knee joint?

Accepted Answer

Cushions and stabilizes the joint by acting as a fibrocartilage pad

Question 8

A patient is unable to perform supination of the forearm. Which movement is impaired?

Accepted Answer

Turning the palm anteriorly

Question 9

Which of the following is a characteristic of osteoarthritis?

Accepted Answer

It is caused by wear and tear of joint surfaces

Question 10

Which ligament connects the tips of the spinous processes from C7 to the sacrum?

Accepted Answer

Supraspinous ligament

Question 11

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the hip joint?

Accepted Answer

It is a strong ball-and-socket diarthrosis with an acetabular labrum

Question 12

Which of the following is a function of bursae in synovial joints?

Accepted Answer

Cushion areas where tendons or ligaments rub against other tissues

Question 13

A patient with gouty arthritis is likely to have which of the following in their synovial fluid?

Accepted Answer

Crystals of uric acid

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the movement called 'circumduction'?

Accepted Answer

Movement of a limb in a circle, combining flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Bone formation

Question 16

Which of the following is a correct pairing of joint type and example?

Accepted Answer

Saddle joint – first carpometacarpal joint

Question 17

Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to the stabilization of synovial joints?

Accepted Answer

Presence of synovial fluid

Question 18

Which of the following is a special movement unique to the thumb?

Accepted Answer

Opposition

Question 19

Which of the following best explains why immobilization of a joint can lead to degenerative changes?

Accepted Answer

It reduces the flow of synovial fluid, leading to symptoms of arthritis

Question 20

Which of the following is a functional classification for a freely movable joint?

Accepted Answer

Diarthrosis

Chapter 9

Guida di studio - Domande di pratica