Anatomy & Physiology of the Hand

Which part of the hand provides shape & support?

• blood vessels

• nerves

• bones

• muscles

• tendons & ligaments

Which two parts of the hand attach to bone to provide movement and support?

• blood vessels

• skeletal muscles

• tendons

• ligaments

• nerves

When you bend your fingers into your palm, this is known as

• abduction

• extension

• adduction

• flexion

How many joints does the thumb have?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

The bones of the palm are also known as

• phalanges

• carpals

• metacarpals

• radius

• ulna

All skeletal muscles work in ___ to pull on and stabilize bones. One example of this is our biceps and triceps.

In the picture, which motion are the fingers doing?

• adduction

• flexion

• extension

• abduction

What are two other terms for the bones in your fingers

• digits

• metacarpals

• carpals

• phalanges

The bone furthest away from the body (end of the finger) is known as the __ phalange.

• distal

• proximal

• middle

• metacarpal

Which of the following is TRUE about blood vessels:

• arteries bring oxygen to the muscles

• veins take carbon dioxide waste from the muscles

• blood vessels are important to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the muscles so they will function properly

• all options are correct