Skeletal System

Indicate whether the statement is true or false. 1. The epiphysis is the long shaft of bones.

• True

• False

Bone density tests lead to early detection and preventive treatment for osteomyelitis.

• True

• False

Indicate whether the statement is true or false. The maxilla is the lower jawbone.

• True

• False

A dislocation occurs when a twisting action tears the ligaments at a joint.

• True

• False

Indicate whether the statement is true or false. The two cheekbones are the lacrimal bones.

• True

• False

Arthritis is a bone inflammation usually caused by a pathogenic organism.

• True

• False

Indicate whether the statement is true or false. 7. The appendicular skeleton forms the main trunk of the body.

• True

• False

Indicate whether the statement is true or false. 8. Bones surround vital organs to protect them.

• True

• False

Osteoporosis is a metabolic disorder caused by a hormone deficiency.

• True

• False

The last two pairs of ribs are called floating ribs because they have no attachment to the thoracic vertebrae.

• True

• False