#1
Which of the following is NOT a type of synovial joint?
Hinge joint
Pivot joint
Fibrous joint
Ball-and-socket joint
#2
Which type of synovial joint allows movement in multiple axes, including flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and rotation?
Hinge joint
Ball-and-socket joint
Pivot joint
Gliding joint
#3
Which of the following synovial joints allows only flexion and extension movements?
Pivot joint
Hinge joint
Saddle joint
Gliding joint
#4
The menisci are found in which type of synovial joint?
Ball-and-socket joint
Hinge joint
Pivot joint
Knee joint
#5
Which of the following is a feature of a pivot joint?
Allows movement in multiple axes
Found in the wrist
Consists of a convex surface fitting into a concave surface
Allows rotational movement around a central axis
#6
The synovial membrane produces a fluid that functions to:
Increase friction within the joint
Provide nutrients and oxygen to the joint
Prevent movement
Cause inflammation
#7
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of synovial joints?
Absence of a joint cavity
Presence of hyaline cartilage covering the articulating surfaces
Lack of mobility
Fibrous connections between bones
#8
Which of the following is NOT a function of synovial fluid?
Lubricating the joint
Absorbing shock
Nourishing the cartilage
Promoting inflammation
#9
The term 'arthroscopy' refers to:
The surgical removal of a synovial joint
The visual examination of the interior of a joint
The strengthening of ligaments in a joint
The replacement of a joint with a prosthetic device
#10
What is the function of the synovial membrane in a synovial joint?
To produce synovial fluid
To cover the articulating surfaces of bones
To prevent friction between bones
To provide nutrients and oxygen to the joint
#11
In a synovial joint, the articular cartilage functions to:
Facilitate movement
Increase friction
Prevent bones from coming into contact
Produce synovial fluid
#12
Which of the following joints is an example of a condyloid joint?
Elbow joint
Wrist joint
Hip joint
Ankle joint
#13
What type of movement occurs in the temporomandibular joint?
Flexion and extension
Rotation
Elevation and depression
Circumduction
#14
What type of movement occurs in a condyloid joint?
Rotation
Flexion and extension
Pronation and supination
Circumduction
#15
Which of the following joints is an example of a hinge joint?
Elbow joint
Shoulder joint
Hip joint
Wrist joint