Exam 7: The Skeleton

Describe the composition of the intervertebral discs.

Jason is a 14- year- old who recently had his nose pierced through the nasal septum. He tells his mother that the area is very tender and warm to the touch. The area is also red. The mother calls the pediatrician's office and the nurse recommends that the mother bring Jason in for evaluation. The nurse explains to the mother that a local infection can spread and cause serious harm. Where do you think the infection could spread and why?

Which of the following is true about paranasal sinuses?

The most common site of fracture in the humerus is the anatomical neck.

The mastoid sinuses are located at a position in the skull where they are usually free from infections.

Which bone forms the prominence of the cheek?

What structure is the "missing" body of the second cervical vertebrae?.

Sharon is a 32- year- old horse trainer. While training a young horse, she was thrown off of the horse and suffered a mild head injury. The nurse inquires about the use of a helmet. Sharon replies, "This is the first time I have ever had a head injury from a horse. I don't think I need a helmet." Based on your understanding of the skull, how should the nurse respond to the patient?

The shallow socket of the shoulder joint restricts the movement of the humerus but does increase the stability of the joint.

The lateral condyle of the femur articulates with the lateral condyle of the _.

Figure 7.1 Using Figure 7.1, match the following: -If the hyoid bone is not attached to another bone why is it so important?

Which of the following is an abnormal lateral curvature of the vertebral column often seen in the thoracic region?

What makes up the axial skeleton?

The superior orbital fissure is formed in the sphenoid bone, whereas the inferior orbital fissure is formed between the sphenoid and .

Figure 7.2Using Figure 7.2, match the following: -Anchor the pterygoid muscles.

How do the first two cervical vertebrae differ from other cervical vertebrae? What are their functions?

Which bone is considered to be the keystone of the cranium?

The membranous areas between the cranial bones of the fetal skull are called .

Describe the differences between the bones of the lower and upper limb and briefly state why these differences exist.

The ischium articulates with both the ilium and the pubis.