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What is the primary function of the shoulder joint capsule?

• To store nutrients for the joint

• To provide blood supply to the joint

• To protect and surround the joint

• To connect the shoulder to the neck

Which muscle group is crucial for the stability and mobility of the shoulder?

• Biceps brachii

• Triceps

• Rotator cuff

• Deltoid

What is the role of the biceps brachii muscle in shoulder stability?

• It enlarges the joint socket

• It connects the shoulder to the neck

• It stabilizes the shoulder joint with its long tendon

• It provides blood supply to the shoulder

What forms the cavity that houses the humerus head and supraspinatus tendon?

• The clavicle and scapula

• The humerus and ulna

• The sternum and rib cage

• The acromion and coracoid process

How does the subacromial bursa contribute to shoulder function?

• By connecting muscles to bones

• By increasing the range of motion

• By reducing shear forces during movement

• By storing calcium for bone health