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What is the role of the radial notch in the ulna?

It assists in wrist movement.

It forms part of the elbow joint.

It provides attachment for the brachii muscle.

It accommodates the head of the radius. (correct)

Which statement accurately describes the relationship between the radius and ulna during forearm pronation?

The ulna crosses over the radius.

The radius crosses over the ulna. (correct)

The radius remains parallel to the ulna.

Both bones rotate independently without contact.

Which carpal bone is located in the proximal row of the wrist?

Capitate

Hamate

Pisiform (correct)

Trapezium

What distinctive feature does the ulna have that aids in elbow articulation?

A trochlear notch that interlocks with the humerus. Signup and view all the answers

How many total phalanges are found in the human hand?

14 Signup and view all the answers

What complication can arise from a scaphoid fracture due to blood vessel damage?

Avascular necrosis due to inadequate blood supply Signup and view all the answers

Which bones form the pelvic girdle?

Ossa coxae and sacrum Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the adult pelvis?

To protect and support the viscera in the inferior part of the ventral body cavity Signup and view all the answers

How does the pelvic girdle change when an individual is standing upright?

It angles anteriorly Signup and view all the answers

Which specific part of the femur articulates with the pelvis?

Head of femur Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the ischial tuberosity?

Support weight of the body when seated Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the acetabulum?

It is formed by contributions from the ilium, ischium, and pubis. Signup and view all the answers

Which structure serves as the attachment site for gluteal muscles on the ilium?

Gluteal lines Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the obturator foramen?

Allow passage of nerves and blood vessels Signup and view all the answers

Where does the iliac fossa lie in relation to the ala of the ilium?

Medially Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the ischial spine?

Forms the boundary of the lesser sciatic notch Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the tibia?

Its superior head has two flat surfaces known as lateral and medial condyles. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the interosseous membrane in the leg?

To stabilize the relative positions of the tibia and fibula. Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is found on the proximal end of the tibia?

Intercondylar eminence. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the fibula from the tibia in terms of function?

The fibula does not articulate with the femur. Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the tibia is responsible for articulation with the femur?

Medial and lateral condyles. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately differentiates between the true and false pelvis?

The true pelvis encloses the pelvic cavity, while the false pelvis is enclosed by the iliac alae. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that contributes to the sexual dimorphism observed in the pelvic structure?

Differences in reproductive function affecting pelvic shape. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes the characteristics of the pelvic inlet?

The pelvic inlet is the space at the superior aspect of the true pelvis. Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinction between the pelvic outlet in males and females?

The pelvic outlet in males is typically narrower due to prominent ischial spines. Signup and view all the answers

Which pelvic feature is wider in females compared to males?

Pubic symphysis Signup and view all the answers

Which sexual dimorphic feature is characterized by a subpubic angle of more than 90°?

Female pelvis Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic correctly represents the obturator foramen in males compared to females?

Smaller in females than in males. Signup and view all the answers

Which pelvic feature demonstrates a more prominent structure in the male pelvis?

Narrower greater sciatic notch Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason the femur is considered the longest bone in the body?

It supports the weight of the entire body. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the positioning of the greater and lesser trochanters?

The greater trochanter projects laterally, while the lesser trochanter is located on the posteromedial surface. Signup and view all the answers

What structure connects the head of the femur to the acetabulum?

The ligamentum teres. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary feature of the patella's shape?

Roughly triangular with a broad superior base. Signup and view all the answers

Where does the patella articulate with the femur?

On the patellar surface of the femur. Signup and view all the answers

Which feature of the femur is associated with muscle attachments and is located distally?

Linea aspera. Signup and view all the answers

What are the medial and lateral supracondylar lines extensions of?

The linea aspera. Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of the femur's neck is significant for its angle?

It joins the shaft at a medial angle. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the patella within the knee joint?

To increase leverage for thigh muscles. Signup and view all the answers

Which feature connects the greater and lesser trochanters of the femur?

Intertrochanteric line. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes the sacral promontory in males and females?

The male sacral promontory is narrow, V-shaped, and usually less than 90 degrees. Signup and view all the answers

What is the shape of the pelvis in males compared to females?

The male pelvis is typically narrower and U-shaped. Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is primarily associated with the ischial spine in males?

It rarely projects into the pelvic outlet. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following features is NOT commonly found in the female pelvis?

Greater sciatic notch that is narrow and deep. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key distinguishing feature of the obturator foramen in males?

It is larger and oval. Signup and view all the answers

How does the shape of the pelvic inlet differ between males and females?

The female pelvic inlet is spacious, wide, and oval. Signup and view all the answers

Which option best describes the general appearance of the male pelvis?

More massive with robust processes and prominent muscle markings. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the subpubic angle in characterizing the pelvis?

It is broader and more convex in females. Signup and view all the answers

Which pelvic feature is usually absent in males?

Preauricular sulcus. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Radius and Ulna

The radius is a disc-shaped bone that articulates with the humerus.
The radius has a narrow neck connecting its head to the radial tuberosity, where the biceps brachii muscle attaches.
The radius shaft curves to a wider distal end, featuring a lateral styloid process, palpable at the wrist.
The distal radius' medial surface has an ulnar notch that articulates with the ulna.
The ulna is the longer forearm bone, featuring a C-shaped trochlear notch that interlocks with the humerus.
The ulna's prominent olecranon process forms the elbow's posterior bump.
The coronoid process articulates with the humerus' coronoid fossa.
The radial notch accommodates the radius' head, forming the proximal radioulnar joint.
The ulna's tuberosity, at the proximal end, provides an attachment site for the brachialis tendon.
The distal ulna has a knoblike head with a posteromedial styloid process, palpable on the medial side of the wrist.
Both bones have interosseous borders facing each other, connected by an interosseous membrane, allowing forearm rotation.
In supination, the radius and ulna are parallel.
In pronation, the radius crosses the ulna, pivoting on the interosseous membrane.

Carpals, Metacarpals, and Phalanges

The wrist and hand are formed by carpals, metacarpals, and phalanges.
Carpals are short bones arranged in two rows, proximal and distal.
The proximal row includes the scaphoid, lunate, triquetrum, and pisiform.
The distal row includes the trapezium, trapezoid, capitate, and hamate.
Metacarpals are the five bones supporting the palm.
Phalanges are the 14 bones forming the digits.
Fingers II-V have three phalanges: proximal, middle, and distal.
The thumb (pollex) has two phalanges: proximal and distal.

Scaphoid Fractures

Scaphoid bone fractures are common.
A fall on an outstretched hand can fracture the scaphoid into two pieces.
Blood vessel damage in the proximal part of the scaphoid can lead to avascular necrosis due to inadequate blood supply.
Scaphoid fractures heal slowly due to this.

Pelvic Girdle

The adult pelvis consists of the sacrum, coccyx, and two ossa coxae.
The pelvis protects and supports the viscera in the inferior part of the ventral body cavity.
The pelvic girdle is formed by the two ossa coxae, providing attachment for the lower limbs.

Os Coxae (Hip Bone)

The os coxae is formed by the fusion of the ilium, ischium, and pubis.
The ilium forms the superior region of the os coxae.
The ischium fuses with the ilium near the margins of the acetabulum.
The pubis fuses with the ilium and ischium at the acetabulum.

Ilium

The ilium's wide, fan-shaped portion, called the ala, terminates inferiorly at the arcuate line.
The iliac fossa lies medial to the ala.
The anterior, posterior, and inferior gluteal lines, on the lateral surface of the ilium, are attachment sites for gluteal muscles.
The auricular surface, on the posteromedial side of the ilium, articulates with the sacrum.
The iliac crest is the superiormost ridge of the ilium, with prominent anterior and posterior superior iliac spines (ASIS/PSIS).
The greater and lesser sciatic notches allow passage for nerves and blood vessels.

Ischium

The ischial spine, posterior to the acetabulum, projects medially and is superior to the lesser sciatic notch.
The ischial tuberosity, a posterior projection, supports weight during sitting.
The ischial ramus extends anteriorly fusing with the inferior pubic ramus to form the ischiopubic ramus.

Pubis

The superior pubic ramus originates at the anterior margin of the acetabulum.
The superior and inferior pubic rami form the obturator foramen, covered by connective tissue.
The pubic crest runs along the anterosuperior surface of the pubic ramus and ends at the pubic tubercle.
The pubic symphysis is where the pubic bones articulate.
The pectineal line originates on the medial surface of the pubis and extends diagonally to merge with the arcuate line.

True and False Pelves

The pelvic brim sub-divides the pelvis into a true and a false pelvis.
The true pelvis, inferior to the pelvic brim, encloses the pelvic cavity and its organs.
The false pelvis, superior to the pelvic brim, encloses the iliac alae and the inferior abdominal organs.
The pelvic inlet is the superior opening enclosed by the pelvic brim.
The pelvic outlet is the inferior opening bounded by the coccyx, ischial tuberosities, and the inferior border of the pubic symphysis
The diameter of the outlet is typically narrower in males due to the prominent ischial spines.

Sexually Dimorphic Features

The pelvis is the most reliable indicator of sex.
Key features of the female pelvis: wider and more flared ilia, larger pelvic inlet, wider and shallower sacral promontory, wider and shallower greater sciatic notch, and a wider subpubic angle.
Key features of the male pelvis: less prominent ilia, narrower inlet and outlet, more prominent sacral promontory, narrower greater sciatic notch, and a narrower subpubic angle.

Femur and Patella

The femur is the strongest and longest bone in the body.
It's spherical head articulates with the os coxae at the acetabulum.
The neck joins the shaft at an angle resulting in a medial angle of the femur.
The greater trochanter projects laterally.
The lesser trochanter is located on the posteromedial surface.
The greater and lesser trochanters are connected by an intertrochanteric line and an intertrochanteric crest.
The linea aspera branches into medial and lateral supracondylar lines.
The patellar surface is a smooth, medial depression for patella articulation.
The patella is a triangular bone with a broad superior base and a pointed inferior apex.

Tibia and Fibula

The leg skeleton has two parallel bones: the tibia and the fibula.
The tibia is the weight-bearing bone of the leg.
The tibia's head has medial and lateral condyles, separated by an intercondylar eminence.
The tibia has a fibular articular facet on its proximal posterolateral side.
The fibula is the slender, non-weight-bearing bone parallel to the tibia.
The fibula is connected to the tibia by the interosseous membrane.

Tibia and Fibula: Specific Features

The tibia's head is located at its superior end.
Below the head is the tibia's neck.
The anterior border/margin of the tibia is a prominent ridge.
The tibial tuberosity is a rough anterior surface.
The medial malleolus is a large, prominent process on the medial side.
The fibular notch is on the distal posterolateral side.
The inferior articular surface is smooth for articulation with the talus.
The fibula's head is located inferior and posterior to the tibia's lateral condyle.
Below the head is the fibula's neck.
The body of the bone is the fibula's shaft.
The lateral malleolus is a distal process on the lateral side.
The superior tibiofibular joint is where the fibula's head articulates with the tibia.
The inferior tibiofibular joint is where the distal fibula articulates with the tibia at a fibular notch.

Tarsals, Metatarsals and Phalanges

The ankle and foot are made of tarsals, metatarsals, and phalanges.
There are seven tarsal bones, similar to the wrist's carpals but with different shapes.
The talus is the superiormost and second largest tarsal bone, articulating with the tibia.
The calcaneus is the largest tarsal bone and forms the heel.
The distal row includes the cuneiforms (medial, intermediate, and lateral) and the cuboid bone.
Metatarsals are five long bones forming the foot's arch.
Phalanges are the bones of the toes.
There are 14 phalanges: two in the big toe (hallux) and three in each of the other toes.

Arches of the Foot

The foot's sole is arched, supporting body weight and preventing compression of blood vessels and nerves.
The arches are: medial longitudinal, lateral longitudinal, and transverse.
The medial longitudinal arch is the highest, formed by calcaneus, talus, navicular, cuneiforms, and metatarsals I-III.
The lateral longitudinal arch is formed by the calcaneus and cuboid bones.
The transverse arch runs perpendicularly across the distal row of tarsal and metatarsal bases.
**Pathologies: ** bunions and pes planus (flatfoot).

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