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Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the hand and wrist joints?
Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the hand and wrist joints?
- Positioning and rotating the hand
- Transmitting loads from the forearm to external objects (correct)
- Enabling the formation of multiple hand shapes
- Providing stability and mobility of the hand in space
Which of the following wrist articulations allows for pronation and supination of the forearm?
Which of the following wrist articulations allows for pronation and supination of the forearm?
- Radiocarpal joint
- Midcarpal joint
- Radioulnar joint (correct)
- Carpometacarpal joint
Which type of grip is characterized by a forceful grasp, with the fingers flexed and the thumb holding the object in the palm?
Which type of grip is characterized by a forceful grasp, with the fingers flexed and the thumb holding the object in the palm?
- Precision grip
- Tripod grip
- Pinch grip
- Power grip (correct)
What is the name of the wrist fracture that commonly occurs from falling on an outstretched hand?
What is the name of the wrist fracture that commonly occurs from falling on an outstretched hand?
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Which of the following hand and wrist muscles act together to extend the fingers during wrist extension?
Which of the following hand and wrist muscles act together to extend the fingers during wrist extension?
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Which of the following hand and wrist injuries is considered a repetitive injury?
Which of the following hand and wrist injuries is considered a repetitive injury?
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