Ch.5-8 Exam A+P

In anatomic position, the radius lies _____ to the ulna.

• Medial

• Inferior

• Superior

• Posterior

• Lateral

The three bones that make up each of the pelvis are the ilium, pubis, and _____

Which of the following is a leg bone that bears the most weight?

• Tibia

• Ulna

• Radius

• Fibula

This figure shows the thoracic cage. Which number indicates the xiphoid process?

• The xiphoid process is not labeled on this figure.

• 1

• 5

• 7

• 4

The palm of the hand is formed by the ______ bones.

In anatomic position, the fibula is lateral to the tibia.

• True

• False

Select all that are true. The lower limb bones are _____  than the upper limb bones, which reflects their weight bearing role but lack of ability to interact and manipulate the surrounding environment.

• Less mobile

• More mobile

• Smaller

• Larger

The skull consists of _____ cranial bones and _____ facial bones.

• 10, 12

• 5, 7

• 9, 11

• 7, 12

• 8, 14

Protection of vital organs and hematopoiesis are two functions commonly named for the __________ skeleton.

• Axial

• Appendicular

Which bone is not part of the axial skeleton?

• Atlas

• Malleus

• Frontal bone

• Sacrum

• Clavicle