30 Questions
Which part of the distal humerus is the widest?
Medial Supracondylar Ridge
Which muscle attaches to the Medial Epicondyle?
Brachialis
Which landmark is used to locate the Brachioradialis muscle attachment?
Lateral Epicondyle
What is the function of the Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus muscle?
Extends the wrist
What is the patient position for locating the Olecranon Fossa?
Seated
What is the landmark used to locate the Olecranon Fossa?
Lateral Epicondyle
What is the function of the Olecranon Fossa?
Accommodates the olecranon process during elbow extension
Which muscle attaches to the Extensor Digiti Minimi?
Extensor Carpi Ulnaris
What is the patient position for locating the Medial Epicondyle?
Seated
What is the function of the Triceps Brachii muscle?
Extends the elbow
Which part of the humerus articulates with the ulna?
Medial condyle
What is the function of the lesser tubercle?
Attachment for subscapularis
Which structure is located between the medial and lateral heads of the triceps brachii muscle?
Spiral groove
What is the landmark located just proximal to the capitulum?
Radial fossa
Where is the deltoid tuberosity located?
On the distal end of the humerus
What is the function of the medial epicondyle?
Attachment for pronator teres
Which structure is located just proximal to the trochlea?
Coronoid fossa
What is the function of the bicipital groove?
Passage of the radial artery and posterior branches of the brachial artery
Where is the radial artery and posterior branches of the brachial artery located?
On the posterior aspect of the humerus
Which part of the humerus articulates with the radius?
Lateral condyle
Which bone is located between the shoulder and the elbow?
Humerus
What is the function of the head of the humerus?
Articulates with the scapula
What is the anatomical neck of the humerus?
A demarcation that circumscribes the head of the humerus
Which tubercle of the humerus is larger and located laterally?
Greater tubercle
What is the surgical neck of the humerus?
The location where the tubercles meet the shaft of the humerus
What is the intertubercular groove of the humerus also known as?
Bicipital groove
Where is the deltoid tuberosity located on the humerus?
Lateral aspect
What is the shape of the head of the humerus?
Spherical
What are the two condyles located at the distal end of the humerus?
Capitulum and trochlea
What is the function of the humerus?
Forms the elbow joint
Test your knowledge of the humerus bone in the upper limb with this quiz! Identify bony landmarks and learn about the structure and function of the humerus. Perfect for students studying anatomy or healthcare professionals looking to refresh their knowledge.
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