#1
What is the function of the pelvic girdle?
To support the weight of the upper body
ExplanationSupports upper body weight
#2
Which nerve innervates the muscles of the pelvic floor?
Pudendal nerve
ExplanationInnervates pelvic floor muscles
#3
Which bony landmark is commonly used as a reference point in obstetrics?
Ischial spine
ExplanationCommon obstetric reference point
#4
What is the primary function of the iliopsoas muscle?
Hip flexion
ExplanationHip flexor muscle
#5
What is the role of the coccygeus muscle in the pelvic floor?
Supports pelvic organs
ExplanationPelvic organ support
#6
Which bones make up the pelvic girdle?
Ilium, ischium, and pubis
ExplanationIlium, ischium, and pubis
#7
What is the sacroiliac joint?
A joint between the sacrum and ilium
ExplanationJoint between sacrum and ilium
#8
Which pelvic muscle is responsible for hip adduction?
Adductor magnus
ExplanationHip adduction muscle
#9
What is the function of the pelvic diaphragm?
Controls urination and defecation
ExplanationUrination and defecation control
#10
Which artery supplies blood to the pelvic organs?
Internal iliac artery
ExplanationSupplies blood to pelvic organs
#11
Which ligament connects the ischial tuberosity to the femur?
Ischiofemoral ligament
ExplanationIschiofemoral connection
#12
What is the primary function of the obturator foramen?
Allows passage of the obturator nerve
ExplanationPassage for obturator nerve
#13
Which structure passes through the greater sciatic foramen?
Sciatic nerve
ExplanationPassage for sciatic nerve
#14
What is the significance of the pubic symphysis?
Forms a joint between pubic bones
ExplanationJoint between pubic bones
#15
What is the primary role of the sacrotuberous ligament?
Stabilize the sacroiliac joint
ExplanationStabilizes sacroiliac joint