Question 1

Which of the following statements best describes angular movements?

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A)   They allow movement only in one plane.
B)   They allow movement in several planes.
C)   They occur only between bones with flat articular processes.
D)   They change (increase or decrease)  the angle between two bones.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Figure 8.2
Using Figure 8.2, what type of axis does each joint have?
-Joint 2.

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Figure 8.2
Using Figure 8.2, what type...

Question 3

Symphyses are synarthrotic joints designed for strength with flexibility.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following is not a part of the synovial joint?

Accepted Answer

A)   joint cavity
B)   tendon sheath
C)   articular cartilage
D)   articular capsuleE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 5

The hip joint, like the shoulder joint, is a ________ joint.

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The answer of The hip joint, like the shoulder joint,...

Question 6

Which of the following is a True statement regarding gliding movements?

Accepted Answer

A)   Gliding movements occur at the intercarpal and intertarsal joints.
B)   Gliding movements allow flexibility of the upper limbs.
C)   Gliding movements are multiaxial.
D)   An example of a gliding movement is nodding one's head.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D) A

Question 7

The structural classification of joints is based on the composition of the binding material and the presence or absence of a joint cavity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Moving a limb so that it describes a cone in space is called circumduction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 9

Articulations permitting only slight degrees of movement are ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   amphiarthroses
B)   synarthroses
C)   diarthroses
D)   synovial jointsE) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 10

Hinge joints permit movement in only two planes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

A)   attach tendons
B)   produce red blood cells (hemopoiesis) 
C)   provide a smooth surface at the ends of synovial joints
D)   form the synovial membraneE) None of the above
F) A) and B) C

Question 12

Which of the following is a True statement?

Accepted Answer

A)   The head of the humerus articulates with the acromion process.
B)   The greater tubercle of the humerus articulates at the coracoid process of the scapula.
C)   The rotator cuff is responsible for the flexible extensions at the elbow joint.
D)   The annular ligament surrounds the head of the radius.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 13

Figure 8.2
Using Figure 8.2, what type of axis does each joint have?
-Joint 3.

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The answer of  
Figure 8.2
Using Figure 8.2, what type...

Question 14

Bending of the tip of the finger exhibits flexion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A person who has been diagnosed with a sprained ankle has an injury to the ligaments that attach to that joint.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

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 con...

Question 18

The major role of ligaments at synovial joints is to help direct movement and restrict undesirable movement.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Figure 8.1
Using Figure 8.1, match the following:
-Periosteum.

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The answer of  
Figure 8.1
Using Figure 8.1, match the...

Question 20

An example of an interosseous fibrous joint is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   the clavicle and the scapula at the distal ends
B)   the radius and ulna along its length
C)   between the vertebrae
D)   between the humerus and the glenoid cavityE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Exam 8: Joints

Which of the following statements best describes angular movements?

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Figure 8.2 Using Figure 8.2, what type of axis does each joint have? -Joint 2.

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Symphyses are synarthrotic joints designed for strength with flexibility.

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Which of the following is not a part of the synovial joint?

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The hip joint, like the shoulder joint, is a ________ joint.

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Which of the following is a True statement regarding gliding movements?

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The structural classification of joints is based on the composition of the binding material and the presence or absence of a joint cavity.

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Moving a limb so that it describes a cone in space is called circumduction.

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Articulations permitting only slight degrees of movement are ________.

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Hinge joints permit movement in only two planes.

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

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Which of the following is a True statement?

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Figure 8.2 Using Figure 8.2, what type of axis does each joint have? -Joint 3.

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Bending of the tip of the finger exhibits flexion.

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A person who has been diagnosed with a sprained ankle has an injury to the ligaments that attach to that joint.

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

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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?

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The major role of ligaments at synovial joints is to help direct movement and restrict undesirable movement.

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Figure 8.1 Using Figure 8.1, match the following: -Periosteum.

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An example of an interosseous fibrous joint is ________.

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