Skeletal System Quiz

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Which of the following bone types is most likely to be found within the axial skeleton?

  • Flat (correct)
  • Long
  • Short
  • Irregular (correct)

Which of the following bone structures is responsible for the red bone marrow's production of blood cells?

  • Spongy bone (correct)
  • Compact bone
  • Periosteum
  • Medullary Canal (correct)

Which of the following pairs correctly matches a bone type with an example that is NOT representative of that type?

  • Irregular: Coccyx
  • Long: Femur
  • Flat: Patella (correct)
  • Short: Metacarpals

A student studying the skeletal system incorrectly labels the 'C7' vertebra as part of which spinal column division?

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Which of the following conditions is NOT directly related to a skeletal system disorder?

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Which type of fracture is characterized by the bone being splintered and crushed into multiple pieces?

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A patient presents with an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. Which condition is most likely diagnosed?

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Which of the following joints is classified as an amphiarthrosis, meaning it allows for only limited movement?

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Which of the following is NOT a true rib?

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Which of the following conditions is NOT directly related to inflammation?

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Which specialist would be most likely to treat a patient with rheumatoid arthritis?

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Which of the following is an autoimmune disease?

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Which specialist would be best suited to treat a patient with a fractured bone?

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Which of the following is NOT a recommendation for studying the skeletal system?

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Flashcards

Functions of the Skeletal System

Support, protect, and produce blood cells.

Types of Bone Cells

Osteoblasts create new bone; osteoclasts break down bone; osteocytes maintain bone.

Ossification

Process of cartilage being transformed into bone.

Classification of Bones

Types include long (Femur), short (Metacarpals), irregular (Coccyx), flat (Temporal), and sesamoid (Patella).

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Divisions of the Skeletal System

Axial (skull, spine) and Appendicular (limbs, girdles).

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Clubfoot

A birth defect where the foot is twisted out of shape.

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Bursitis

Inflammation of the bursa, a fluid-filled sac cushioning joints.

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Rheumatoid Arthritis

An autoimmune disease causing joint inflammation and pain.

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Osteoarthritis

A degenerative joint disease characterized by cartilage breakdown.

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Orthopedist

A specialist who diagnoses and treats musculoskeletal conditions.

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Types of Joints

Joints categorized by movement: Synarthrosis (none), Amphiarthrosis (little), Diarthrosis (freely movable).

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Range of Motion (ROM)

The ability of a joint to move through its full spectrum of movement.

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Fracture vs. Dislocation

Fracture: broken bone. Dislocation: bone displaced from the joint.

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Types of Fractures

Fractures include simple (closed), compound (open), greenstick, comminuted, and Colle's.

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Osteoporosis

A condition that weakens bones due to loss of mineral density.

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