#1
Which of the following bones is not part of the human arm?
Femur
ExplanationFemur is a thigh bone, not part of the arm.
#2
What is the medical term for the kneecap?
Patella
ExplanationPatella is the medical term for the kneecap.
#3
What does the acronym 'MRI' stand for in the context of musculoskeletal health?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
ExplanationMRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
#4
What is the main function of the ligaments in the human body?
To provide support and stability to joints
ExplanationLigaments provide support and stability to joints.
#5
What is the main function of the skeletal system?
To provide support and structure
ExplanationThe skeletal system provides support and structure.
#6
What is the name of the condition characterized by the compression of a nerve in the wrist that leads to pain and numbness in the hand?
Carpal tunnel syndrome
ExplanationCarpal tunnel syndrome involves nerve compression in the wrist.
#7
Which muscle is responsible for the movement of the shoulder?
Deltoid
ExplanationDeltoid muscle is responsible for shoulder movement.
#8
What is the purpose of the ROM (Range of Motion) assessment in musculoskeletal health?
To assess flexibility and joint function
ExplanationROM assessment evaluates flexibility and joint function.
#9
What is the name of the condition where there is an abnormal curvature of the spine sideways?
Scoliosis
ExplanationScoliosis is the abnormal sideways curvature of the spine.
#10
Which of the following is not a risk factor for developing osteoarthritis?
Regular exercise
ExplanationRegular exercise is not a risk factor for osteoarthritis.
#11
Which of the following is not a common symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?
Sharp pain in the shoulder
ExplanationSharp pain in the shoulder is not a common symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome.
#12
Which of the following muscles is responsible for extending the knee?
Quadriceps
ExplanationQuadriceps muscle is responsible for extending the knee.
#13
Which of the following conditions is characterized by the thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density over time?
Osteoporosis
ExplanationOsteoporosis involves thinning of bone tissue and loss of density.