Ch5 P7

Select the terms that correctly describe the shoulder joint

• Humeroscapular

• Scapulohumeral

• Glenohumeral

Which specific joint is found on the lateral end of the clavicle

• Scapulohumeral

• Sternoclavicular

• Acromioclavicular

• Glenohumeral

Which of the following is not an angle found on the scapula

• Inferior angle

• Medial angle

• Lateral angle

• Superior angle

Which of the following structures of the scapula extends most anteriorly?

• Glenoid cavity

• Acromion

• Scapular spine

• Coracoid process

The male clavicle is shorter and less curved that the female clavicle.

• True

• False

Which bony structure separates the supraspinous and infraspinous fossae?

• Scapular spine

• Glenoid cavity

• Acromion

• Superior border of scapula

Which of the following structures is considered the most posterior?

• Scapular notch

• Glenoid cavity

• Acromion

• Glenoid process

What is the type of joint movement for the scapulohumeral joint

• Plane

• Ball and socket

• Ellipsoidal

• Pivot (trochoidal)

Which of the following technical considerations does not apply for adult shoulder radiography?

• Nongrid

• High-speed IR

• 40 - 44 inch SID

• 70 - 80 kVp

Even though the amount of radiation exposure is minimal for most shoulder projections, gonadal shielding should be used for children and adults of childbearing age

• True

• False