Skeletal System Med Term Flashcard Upper Body and Abbreviations

Front

What are the main functions of the skeletal system?

Back

To support the body, protect the organs, store calcium, and produce blood cells.

Front

What bone is known as the upper arm bone?

Back

Humerus.

Front

How many thoracic vertebrae are there in the human body?

Back

12.

Front

What is the name of the bone that connects the arm to the body?

Back

Clavicle.

Front

What does the prefix 'a-' or 'an-' signify in medical terminology?

Back

Without or lack of.

Front

What is the role of the ribs in the skeletal system?

Back

To protect the thoracic cavity and support the upper body.

Front

What is the function of the scapula?

Back

To connect the humerus with the clavicle and provide attachment for muscles.

Front

What is the term for the bones of the wrist?

Back

Carpals.

Front

What is the primary function of the vertebral column?

Back

To protect the spinal cord and support the head and body.

Front

What is the difference between the radius and ulna?

Back

The radius is on the thumb side of the forearm, while the ulna is on the opposite side.