Kisner Chapter 14: Cervical Spine Movements Quiz

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Which region of the cervical spine allows for nodding movements of the head?

  • The lumbar region
  • The typical cervical region
  • The suboccipital region (correct)
  • The thoracic region

Which joints in the cervical spine primarily allow for rotation of the head?

  • The joints of Luschka
  • The joint between the atlas and axis (correct)
  • The joint between the occiput and atlas
  • The joints between C3-C7

Which of the following statements about the thoracic spine is true?

  • The facet joints face forward throughout the thoracic spine.
  • The facet joints gradually turn to face more forward as they approach the lumbar spine. (correct)
  • The facet joints gradually turn to face more sideways as they approach the lumbar spine.
  • The facet joints face sideways throughout the thoracic spine.

Which structures in the cervical spine provide extra stability, especially on the sides?

<p>The joints of Luschka (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which region of the cervical spine do side bending and rotation usually occur in opposite directions?

<p>The suboccipital region (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about rib connections is true?

<p>Ribs connect to the sides of the vertebrae and the discs between them. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the movement pattern of the thoracic spine when standing up straight?

<p>Bending sideways and twisting happen together in the upper part of the chest area. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between bending sideways and twisting in the lumbar spine?

<p>When you bend sideways, your spine also tends to twist towards the same side. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the nucleus pulposus is correct?

<p>It contains a gel-like substance with proteoglycans that help distribute pressure. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the orientation of the facet joints change in the lumbar spine?

<p>The facet joints start facing more up and down, then gradually turn to face more sideways. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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