Lower Limb Anatomy: Bones

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What is the function of the pelvic girdle?

Bearing weight

Which bones are part of the lower limb?

Femur, tibia, fibula

What is the format of the theory section exam?

Writing tests

What will result in disqualification from the final exam?

<p>Missing more than three sessions</p> Signup and view all the answers

How will the final score be calculated?

<p>Including quizzes and class activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which reference materials are mentioned for the course?

<p>Langman’s embryology, Gray’s anatomy, Snell</p> Signup and view all the answers

The main function of the pelvis includes:

<p>Transferring weight from the upper axial skeleton to the lower appendicular components</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure connects the axial skeleton to the lower limbs?

<p>Pelvic girdle</p> Signup and view all the answers

What structure separates the ilium, pubis, and ischium prior to puberty?

<p>Tri-radiate cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

The acetabulum is best described as:

<p>A cup-shaped socket formed by the ilium, pubis, and ischium</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the hip bone is characterized by having a wide and curved border?

<p>Iliac crest</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the site of origin of the iliacus muscle in the hip bone?

<p>Iliac fossa</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is measured to determine a patient's 'true' leg length in clinical practice?

<p>From the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) to the medial malleolus at the ankle joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is located medially and articulates with the opposite pubic body at the pubic symphysis?

<p>Pubic body</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Obturator' is best described as:

<p>'A large triangular or oval gap'</p> Signup and view all the answers

The 'innominate bone' is comprised of which three parts?

<p>'Ilium', 'pubis', and 'ischium'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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