Anatomy of the Wrist and Hand Joints Quiz

The radiocarpal joint is an ellipsoidal joint.

The carpal tunnel is formed by the hamate and capitate bones.

The ulnar collateral ligament stabilizes the ulnar side of the wrist.

The median nerve innervates the thenar muscles of the hand.

The abductor digiti minimi muscle is responsible for opposition of the little finger.

Pronation and supination of the forearm primarily occur at the radioulnar joint.

The primary function of the lumbrical muscles in the hand is metacarpophalangeal joint extension.

The function of the extensor indicis muscle is index finger extension.

The primary function of the pisiform bone is absorption of shock.

The annular ligament provides stability to the distal radioulnar joint.

The lunate bone is often referred to as the 'keystone' of the wrist.

The ulnar nerve is responsible for sensory innervation of the lateral three and a half digits of the hand.

The primary action of the abductor pollicis brevis muscle is thumb abduction.