Question 1

The olecranon bursa is associated with which joint?

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A)   Hip
B)   Knee
C)   Elbow
D)   ShoulderE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 2

The acetabulum is a deep, cuplike socket, whereas the glenoid cavity is shallow and saucer-shaped.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A "pulled elbow" is more common in older adults, because the disk-shaped head of the radius begins to erode away.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

There is only one saddle joint in the body.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

An articulation is a point of contact between bones.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What is the function of bursae?

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Bursae are small, fluid-filled sacs that...

Question 7

Which structure of a synovial joint is defined as a strong cord of dense, white, fibrous connective tissue?

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A)   Bursae
B)   Ligament
C)   Menisci
D)   Joint capsuleE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 8

There are six categories of synovial joints between the bones of the forearm, wrist, hand, and fingers.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

All synovial joints have an enclosed cavity with a lubricating fluid.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The type of arthritis associated with intemperate use of alcohol is rheumatoid arthritis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The true ribs form cartilaginous joints with the sternum.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Closing one's mouth would be an example of the movement of elevation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which of the following ligaments do not support the vertebral joints?

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A)   Anterior longitudinal ligaments
B)   Ligamenta flava
C)   Annular ligaments
D)   All of the above ligaments support the vertebral joints.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 14

List the structures that characterize synovial joints.

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Synovial joints, also known as diarthros...

Question 15

Which of the following is a true statement?

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A)   Joints can be classified into five major categories.
B)   The functional classification of joints centers around the type of connective tissue that joins the bones together.
C)   The structural classification of joints centers around the type of connective tissue that joins the bones together.
D)   The structural classification of joints involves the degree of movement the joint permits.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

Briefly describe how joints are classified.

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Joints, also known as articulations, are...

Question 17

A goniometer is an instrument used to measure the range of motion of a joint.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

An arthroscopy is an examination of joints with x-ray studies.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A projection of one bone that articulates with a ring in another bone describes a condyloid joint.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A gliding joint is a form of uniaxial joint.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 14: Articulations

The acetabulum is a deep, cuplike socket, whereas the glenoid cavity is shallow and saucer-shaped.

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The true ribs form cartilaginous joints with the sternum.

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The type of arthritis associated with intemperate use of alcohol is rheumatoid arthritis.

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What is the function of bursae?

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Which of the following is a true statement?

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All synovial joints have an enclosed cavity with a lubricating fluid.

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There is only one saddle joint in the body.

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Which of the following ligaments do not support the vertebral joints?

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Closing one's mouth would be an example of the movement of elevation.

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An arthroscopy is an examination of joints with x-ray studies.

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A projection of one bone that articulates with a ring in another bone describes a condyloid joint.

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Which structure of a synovial joint is defined as a strong cord of dense, white, fibrous connective tissue?

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A gliding joint is a form of uniaxial joint.

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List the structures that characterize synovial joints.

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A "pulled elbow" is more common in older adults, because the disk-shaped head of the radius begins to erode away.

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The olecranon bursa is associated with which joint?

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An articulation is a point of contact between bones.

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There are six categories of synovial joints between the bones of the forearm, wrist, hand, and fingers.

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A goniometer is an instrument used to measure the range of motion of a joint.

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Briefly describe how joints are classified.

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