Question 1

Lifting up a glass to take a drink involves the elbow joint. Which of the following correctly characterizes that joint?

Accepted Answer

A)   diarthrotic
B)   cartilaginous
C)   pivot
D)   biaxialE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 2

In symphysis joints the articular surfaces of the bones are covered with ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   synovial membranes
B)   fibrocartilage
C)   tendon sheaths
D)   hyaline cartilageE) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 3

Which ligament of the knee initiates the knee-jerk reflex when tapped?

Accepted Answer

A)   the patellar ligament
B)   the medial patellar retinacula
C)   the extracapsular ligament
D)   the lateral patellar retinaculaE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

Which of the following movements does not increase or decrease the angle between bones?

Accepted Answer

A)   abduction
B)   rotation
C)   extension
D)   circumductionE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 5

Susan was bitten by a deer tick and now complains of joint pain, flu-like symptoms, and difficulty thinking. What might be her diagnosis and the treatment required to alleviate her symptoms?

Accepted Answer

She probably has contracted Lyme disease, which is treated with antibiotics.

Question 6

The wrist joint can exhibit adduction and eversion movements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 7

Which of the following statements best describes angular movements?

Accepted Answer

A)   They change (increase or decrease)  the angle between two bones.
B)   They turn a bone along its own long axis.
C)   They allow movement only in one plane.
D)   They occur only between bones with flat articular processes.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 8

A friend finally completes a basement floor tiling project that required extensive time on his knees.Afterwards, knee pain took him to a doctor who diagnosed bursitis. Help explain to your friend what bursitis is and what can be done to relieve it.

Accepted Answer

Bursitis is inflammation of the bursa. R...

Question 9

A person who has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis would be suffering loss of the synovial fluids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Connective tissue sacs lined with synovial membrane that act as cushions in places where friction develops are called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   bursae
B)   ligaments
C)   menisci
D)   tendonsE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 11

Tendon sheaths________.

Accepted Answer

A)   act as friction-reducing structures
B)   help anchor the tendon to the muscle
C)   are extensions of periosteum
D)   are lined with dense irregular connective tissueE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 12

A ball-a nd-socket joint is a multiaxial joint.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 13

Why are epiphyseal plates considered temporary joints?

Accepted Answer

Once long bone growth in lengt...

Question 14

Which of the following statements defines synchondroses?

Accepted Answer

A)   joints that permit angular movements
B)   cartilaginous joints where hyaline cartilage unites the ends of bones
C)   interphalangeal joints
D)   amphiarthrotic joints designed for strength and flexibilityE) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 15

How can osteoarthritis be treated?

Accepted Answer

In many cases, symptoms can be controlle...

Question 16

What are menisci (articular discs) ?

Accepted Answer

A)   tendon sheaths
B)   small sacs containing synovial fluid
C)   wedges of fibrocartilage that partially or completely divide the synovial cavity
D)   cavities lined with cartilageE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 17

Farhad begins typing his term paper on his new computer early one morning. After 8 hours of typing, he notices that his wrists are stiff and very sore. The next morning, Farhad begins to finish his paper, but soon finds his wrists hurt worse than last night. What is wrong?

Accepted Answer

Farhad is suffering from tendo...

Question 18

Articular cartilage found at the ends of the long bones serves to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   form the synovial membrane
B)   produce red blood cells (hemopoiesis) 
C)   provide a smooth surface at the ends of synovial joints
D)   attach tendonsE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

Pronation is a much stronger movement than supination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

After months of very little exercise, you decide to go for a long run. After a mile, you start to feel pain in your kneecap area. What could explain this?

Accepted Answer

Muscle tone is very important for stabil...

Exam 8: Joints

Lifting up a glass to take a drink involves the elbow joint. Which of the following correctly characterizes that joint?

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In symphysis joints the articular surfaces of the bones are covered with ________.

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Which ligament of the knee initiates the knee-jerk reflex when tapped?

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Which of the following movements does not increase or decrease the angle between bones?

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Susan was bitten by a deer tick and now complains of joint pain, flu-like symptoms, and difficulty thinking. What might be her diagnosis and the treatment required to alleviate her symptoms?

Correct AnswerverifiedShe probably has contracted Lyme disease, which is treated with antibiotics.

The wrist joint can exhibit adduction and eversion movements.

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Which of the following statements best describes angular movements?

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A friend finally completes a basement floor tiling project that required extensive time on his knees.Afterwards, knee pain took him to a doctor who diagnosed bursitis. Help explain to your friend what bursitis is and what can be done to relieve it.

Correct AnswerverifiedBursitis is inflammation of the bursa. R...View AnswerShow Answer

A person who has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis would be suffering loss of the synovial fluids.

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Connective tissue sacs lined with synovial membrane that act as cushions in places where friction develops are called ________.

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Tendon sheaths________.

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A ball-a nd-socket joint is a multiaxial joint.

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Why are epiphyseal plates considered temporary joints?

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Which of the following statements defines synchondroses?

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How can osteoarthritis be treated?

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What are menisci (articular discs) ?

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Farhad begins typing his term paper on his new computer early one morning. After 8 hours of typing, he notices that his wrists are stiff and very sore. The next morning, Farhad begins to finish his paper, but soon finds his wrists hurt worse than last night. What is wrong?

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Articular cartilage found at the ends of the long bones serves to ________.

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Pronation is a much stronger movement than supination.

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After months of very little exercise, you decide to go for a long run. After a mile, you start to feel pain in your kneecap area. What could explain this?

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