Anatomy of the Clavicle and Scapula

What is the primary function of the pectoral girdle?

• To protect the heart and lungs

• To attach the upper arm to the axial skeleton

• To support the lower limbs

• To connect the ribs to the spine

Which joint connects the clavicle to the scapula?

• Costoclavicular joint

• Sternoclavicular joint

• Acromioclavicular joint

• Glenohumeral joint

What is the significance of the midclavicular line in healthcare assessments?

• It helps locate the apical pulse

• It measures lung capacity

• It determines blood pressure

• It assesses spinal alignment

What is the shape of the scapula bone?

• Circular

• Triangular

• Rectangular

• Oval

Which process on the scapula is named after a raven's beak?

• Acromion process

• Spinous process

• Glenoid process

• Coracoid process

What is the function of the glenoid cavity?

• To protect the spinal cord

• To attach the clavicle to the sternum

• To form a joint with the humerus

• To support the rib cage

Which angle of the scapula is associated with the attachment of the teres major muscle?

• Medial angle

• Superior angle

• Lateral angle

• Inferior angle

What is the longest border of the scapula?

• Inferior border

• Lateral border

• Medial border

• Superior border

Which muscle attaches to the spine of the scapula?

• Biceps brachii

• Trapezius

• Pectoralis major

• Latissimus dorsi

What is the function of the supraspinous fossa?

• To support the clavicle

• To attach the deltoid muscle

• To house the supraspinatus muscle

• To connect the scapula to the ribs