Q2 Practice Exam

Which is the surgical removal of a portion of the skull?

• osteotomy

• decompressive craniectomy

• internal fixation

• craniotomy

Ada Bronson has been bedridden for a long period of time. What is Ada at risk for developing?

• rhabdomyolysis

• atrophy

• adhesion

• hernia

A muscle or tendon typically attaches to which anatomic landmark?

• process

• diaphysis

• epiphysis

• foramen

Which does range-of-motion testing evaluate?

• muscle electrical activity

• muscle tissue

• joint mobility

• deep tendon reflexes

What does the name anal sphincter indicate about the direction of this structure's muscle fibers?

• The muscle fibers are circular.

• The muscle fibers run straight.

• The muscle fibers are slanted.

• The muscle fibers run crosswise.

What does the combining form myel/o mean?

• spinal cord

• cartilage

• synovial membrane

• skull

What is the medical term for inflexible joints, also known as sutures?

• pubic symphysis

• fibrous joints

• cartilaginous joints

• synovial joints

Which type of arthritis primarily affects the vertebrae?

• ankylosing spondylitis

• osteoarthritis

• rheumatoid arthritis

• gout

Which type of muscle tissue forms the muscular wall of the heart?

• visceral

• smooth

• skeletal

• myocardial

Which is an injury to the body of a muscle or attachment of a tendon?

• myalgia

• strain

• trigger finger

• overuse tendinitis