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Which structure contributes MOST to the carrying angle of the elbow?
Capitulum
Radial head
Trochlea
Olecranon
Which movement is permitted at the proximal radioulnar joint?
Flexion
Extension
Supination
Abduction
The elbow joint capsule attaches to the radius at the :
Head
Neck
Tuberosity
Shaft
Injury causing nursemaid’s elbow involves damage to which ligament ?
Ulnar collateral
Radial collateral
Annular ligament
Interosseous
The most powerful flexor of the elbow is:
Biceps brachii
Brachioradialis
Brachialis
Pronator teres
Which structure passes through the diaphragm at T8?
Aorta
Esophagus
Inferior vena cans
Thoracic duct
Which diaphragmatic opening is least affected during respiration?
Caval opening
Esophageal hiatus
Aortic hiatus
Costal opening
Quadratus lumborum assists respiration by?
Elevating ribs
Fixing the 12th rib
Pulling down the sternum
Expanding thoracic cage
Nerve supply of quadratus lumborum is :
Intercostal nerves
Phrenic nerve
Subcostal nerve and lumbar plexus
Femoral nerve
Correct order of flat abdominal muscles ( superficial - deep) :
External oblique - transverse abdominus - internal obliques
Internal obliques - external obliques - transverse abdominus
External obliques - internal obliques - transverse abdominus
Transverse abdominus - internal obliques - external obliques
Which muscle has horizontal fibers?
External oblique
Internal oblique
Transverse abdominus
Rectus abdominus
Below the arcuate line, the posterior rectus sheath is formed by :
Transversalis fascia
Transverse abdominus
Internal oblique
External oblique
Which bone develops by BOTH intramembranous and endochondral ossification?
Femur
Scapula
Sternum
Clavicle
Which zone of epiphyseal plate shows chondrocyte division?
Reserve
Proliferation
Hypertrophy
Ossification
Increase in bone diameter occurs due to:
Appositional growth
Endochondral ossification
Epiphyseal plate activity
Remodeling only
Foramen ovale transmits:
CN V2
CN V3
CN VII
Middle meningeal artery
Middle meningeal artery passes through:
Foramen rotundum
Foramen lacerum
Foramen spinosum
Jugular Foramen
Which cranial fossa contains the cribiform plate?
Middle
Posterior
Anterior
Temporal
Articular surfaces of the TMJ are covered by:
Hyaline cartilage
Elastic cartilage
Fibrocartilage
Dense connective tissue
Which muscle initiates depression (opening) of the mandible?
Masseter
Temporalis
Medial pterygoid
Lateral pterygoid
Which nerve supplies the TMJ?
Facial nerve
Auriculotemporal nerve
Maxillary nerve
Glossopharyngeal nerve
All muscles of facial expression are supplied by CN VII EXCEPT:
Orbicularis oculi
Buccinator
Platysma
Levator palpebrae superioris
Which nerve supplies the TMJ?
Facial nerve
Auriculotemporal nerve
Maxillary nerve
Glossopharyngeal nerve
Muscle responsible for smiling:
Buccinator
Risorius
Zygomaticus major
Depressor anguli oris
Which rib is a floating rib?
Rib 7
Rib 8
Rib 10
Rib 12
Manubriosternal joint corresponds to vertebral level:
T2-T3
T3-T4
T4-T5
T5-T6
Which is a synchondrosis?
Costovertebral joint
Costotransverse joint
First sternocostal joint
Interchondral joint
Most commonly fractured ribs are :
5-9
1-3
3-5
10-12
Bone remodelling involves which cells?
Osteoblasts only
Osteoclasts only
Osteocytes only
Osteoblasts and osteoclasts
Which joint allows NO movement of the head?
Atlanto-occipital
Atlanto-axial
Zygapophyseal
Costovertebral
Which muscle compresses the cheek against the teeth?
Masseter
Buccinator
Risorius
Zygomaticus
Which structure prevents posterior dislocation of the radial head?
Radial collateral ligament
Annular ligament
Ulnar collateral ligament
Interosseous membrane
Which muscle produces the strongest elbow flexion when the forearm is mid-prone?
Biceps brachii
Brachialis
Pronator teres
Bachioradialis
During full elbow extension, which structure fits into the olecranon fossa?
Coronoid process
Radial head
Olecranon fossa
Trochlear notch
Which nerve is most at risk in fractures of the medial epicondye?
Median nerve
Radial nerve
Musculocutaneous nerve
Ulnar nerve
Which structure passes through the esophageal hiatus?
Thoracic duct
Vagus nerves
Inferior vena cava
Azygos vein
Which muscle increases intra-abdominal pressure during forced expiration?
Quadratus lumborum
Diaphragm
Rectus abdominus
Psoas major
Which muscle has fibers running inferedially ( “hands-in-pockets”)?
Internal oblique
Transverse abdominus
Rectus abdominus
External oblique
Which structure forms the posterior rectus sheath ABOVE the arcuate line?
Transversalis fascia
External oblique aponeurosis
Internal oblique (posterior lamina)
Rectus abdominus
Which cell type is responsible for bone resorption?
Osteoblast
Osteocyte
Chondrocyte
Osteoclast
Which zone of the epiphyseal plate shows chondrocyte enlargement?
Proliferation
Hypertrophy
Calcification
Ossification
Flat bones of the skull develop primarily by:
Endochondral ossification
Appositional growth
Intramembranous ossification
Remodeling
Increase in thickness of bone occurs due to:
Epiphyseal plate activity
Endochondral ossification
Remodeling only
Appositional growth
Which structure passes through the jugular Foramen?
CN VII
CN IX
CN XII
CN V3
The optic nerve passes through the:
Superior orbital fissure
Inferior orbital fissure
Optic canal
Foramen rotundum
Foramen spinosum transmits the :
Maxillary nerve
Mandibular nerve
Facial nerve
Middle meningeal artery
Which TMJ compartment is responsible for rotational movement?
Upper
Lower
Posterior
Lateral
Which muscle retracts the mandible?
Masseter
Medial pterygoid
Temporalis
Lateral pterygoid
Which ligament limits the excessive protrusion of the mandible?
Lateral ligament
Stylomandibular ligament
Sphenomandibular ligament
Capsular ligament
Which muscle elevates the hyoid bone during swallowing?
Stylohyoid
Sternohyoid
Omohyoid
Thyrohyoid
Sternocleidomastoid muscle is innervated by:
Facial nerve
Hypoglossal nerve
Accessory nerve
Phrenic nerve
Which rib articulates ONLY with its corresponding vertebra?
Rib 1
Rib 5
Rib 10
Rib 12
Which joint is a secondary cartilaginous joint?
Xiphisternal
Costovertebral
Manubriosternal
Sternocostal (rib 2)
which structure lies at the level of the sternal angle?
Bifurcation of trachea
Origin of pulmonary trunk
Esophageal hiatus
Aortic arch end
Which joint allows elevation and depression of ribs?
Sternocostal
Costovertebral
Zygapophyseal
Atlanto-axial
All of the following are TRUE about the the elbow Joint except:
It has a single joint cavity
It allows pronation and supination
The capitulum articulates with the ulna
It’s a synovial joint
All of the following muscles flex the elbow EXCEPT:
Brachialis
Biceps brachii
Brachioradialis
Triceps brachii
The ulnar nerve at the elbow is most vulnerable at the:
Cubital fossa
Olecranon process
Medial epicondyle
Lateral epicondyle
All of the following stabilise the elbow joint EXCEPT:
Annular ligament
Radial collateral ligament
Ulnar collateral luganent
Interosseous membrane
All of the following pass through the diaphragm EXCEPT:
Inferior vena cava
Esophagus
Thoracic duct
Pulmonary trunk
ALL are true regarding Quadratus lumborum EXCEPT:
It fixes the 12th rib
It assists expiration
It flexes the hip
It’s part of the posterior abdominal wall
All are functions of the abdominal muscles EXCEPT:
Forced expiration
Trunk rotation
Maintenance of posture
Extension of the trunk
The posterior rectus sheath is ABSENT:
Above the umbilicus
Above the arcuate line
Below the arcuate line
At the costal margin
All are TRUE about compact bone EXCEPT:
It contains osteons
It resists bending forces
It houses red bone marrow
It forms the outer cortex
All are zones of the epiphyseal plate EXCEPT:
Reserve
Proliferation
Hypertrophy
Mineralisation
All of the following influences bone growth EXCEPT:
Growth hormone
Estrogen
Vitamin D
Parathyroid hormone
All of the following pass through the jugular Foramen EXCEPT:
Glossopharyngeal nerve
Vagus nerve
Spinal accessory nerve
Facial nerve
All are features of the middle cranial fossa EXCEPT:
Sella turcica
Foramen ovale
Cribiform plate
Foramen spinosum
All of the following bones contribute to the anterior cranial fossa EXCEPT:
Frontal
Ethmoid
Shpenoid
Temporal
All are true about the temporomandibular joint EXCEPT:
It’s a synovial joint
It contains an articular disc
Is covered by fibrocartilage
It’s supplied by the facial nerve
All of the following muscles elevate the mandible EXCEPT:
Lateral pterygoid
Masseter
Temporalis
Medial pterygoid
All muscles of facial expression are supplied by CN VII EXCEPT:
Orbicularis oris
Levator palpabrae superioris
Buccinator
Platysma
All of the following elevate the hyoid bone EXCEPT:
Mylohyoid
Digastric
Stylohyoid
Sternohyoid
All are true about true ribs EXCEPT:
They attach directly to the sternum
They have no costal cartilage
They are ribs 1-7
They articulate with thoracic vertabrae
All are features of thoracic vertebrae EXCEPT:
Costal facets on body
Transverse costal facets
Bifid spinous processes
Heart-shaped body
Which bone bears the majority of body weight in the leg?
Fibula
Tibia
Talus
Calcaneus
Which feature is present on the distal tibia?
Lateral malleolus
Tibial tuberosity
Medial malleolus
Intercondylar eminence
All of the following are TRUE about the fibula EXCEPT:
It’s non-weight bearing
It forms part of the ankle joint
It has a lateral malleolus
It bears body weight during standing
The distal tibiofibular joint is classified as a:
Synovial hinge joint
Synovial plane joint
Syndesmosis
Primary cartilaginous joint
The ankle joint is formed by articulation between the talus and:
Tibia only
Fibula only
Tibia and fibula
Calcaneus
The ankle joint primarily allows :
Inversion and eversion
Pronation and supination
Flexion and extension
Dorsiflexion and plantarflexion
Which ligament provides medial stability to the ankle joint?
Calcaneofibular ligament
Anterior talofibular ligament
Posterior talofibular ligament
Deltoid ligament
A “high ankle sprain” involves injury to the :
Deltoid ligament
Distal tibiofibular syndesmosis
Calcaneofibular ligament
Talocalcaneal ligament
Which tarsal bone transmits body weight from the tibia to the foot?
Calcaneus
Navicular
Talus
Cuboid
The primary shock-absorbing arch of the foot is the:
Medial longitudinal arch
Transverse arch
Lateral longitudinal arch
Metatarsal arch
All of the following contribute to the medial longitudinal arch EXCEPT:
Talus
Calcaneus
Navicular
Cuboid
Quadratus plantae functions to:
Flex the toes
Straighten the pull of flexor digitorum longus
Extend the toes
Abduct the toes
Lumbricals of the foot:
Extend the MTP joints and flex IP joints
Flex MTP joints and extend IP joints
Flex both MTP and IP joints
Extend both MTP and IP joints
Dorsal interossei of the foot perform which action?
Adduction of the toes
Abduction of toes
Flexion of toes
Extension of toes
The nerve supply of most intrinsic foot muscles is the:
Deep peroneal nerve
Superficial peroneal nerve
Medial plantar nerve
Lateral plantar nerve
All are TRUE about the ankle joint EXCEPT:
It’s a synovial joint
It allows dorsiflexion and plantarflexion
It allows inversion and eversion
It involves the talus
All of the following support the medial longitudinal arc EXCEPT:
Spring alignment
Plantar aponeurosis
Tibialis posterior
Peroneus longus
The radial head articulates with all EXCEPT:
Capitulum of humerus
Radial notch of ulna
Annular ligament
Trochlea of humerus
Which muscle is the primary Pronator of the forearm?
Pronator teres
Supinator
Pronator quadratus
Biceps brachii
The only bony connection between the upper limb and axial skeleton is the:
Acromioclavicular joint
Glenohumeral joint
Sternoclavicular joint
Scapulothoracic joint
Which structure deepens the glenoid cavity?
Glenoid labrum
Joint capsule
Rotator cuff
Coracoacromial ligament
Which muscle increases intra-abdominal pressure WITHOUT producing trunk movement?
Rectus abdominis
External oblique
Internal oblique
Transverse abdominus
All of the following pass through the espphageal hiatus EXCEPT:
Esophagus
Vagus nerve
Left gastric vessels
Inferior vena cava
Which bone is classified as an irregular bone?
Sternum
Vertebra
Femur
Scapula
Which zone of the epiphyseal plate is responsible for lengthening of bone?
Reserve zone
Hypertrophy zone
Proliferation zone
Calcification zone
Which cranial nerve passes through the superior orbital fissure?
Optic nerve
Oculomotor nerve
Trigeminal nerve (V2)
Facial nerve
The pituitary gland lies in the:
Cribiform plate
Foramen magnum
Sella turcica
Jugular foramen
Which muscle inserts into the articular disc of the TMJ?
Masseter
Temporalis
Medial pterygoid
Lateral pterygoid
All muscles of mastication are supplied by:
Facial nerve
Maxillary nerve
Mandibular nerve
Hypoglossal nerve
Which rib does NOT articulate with the transverse process of a vertebra?
1
7
10
12
The joint between ribs 6-10 costal cartilages is a:
Synchondrosis
Synovial plate joint
Secondary cartilaginous joint
Fibrous joint
Which bone transmits body weight from the tibia to the foot?
Calcaneus
Cuboid
Talus
Navicular
The distal tibiofibular joint is best classified as a:
Synovial hinge joint
Fibrous syndesmosis
Secondary cartilaginous joint
Synovial plane joint
Which ligament is MOST commonly injured in ankle sprains?
Deltoid ligament
Calcaneofibular ligament
Posterior talofibular ligament
Anterior talofibular ligament
Inversion and eversion of the foot occur primarily at the:
Ankle joint
Talocrural joint
Subtalar joint
Tibiofibular joint
Which muscle supports the the medial longitudinal arch of the foot?
Peroneus longus
Tibialis posterior
Extensor digitorum longus
Fibularis brevis
The “spring ligament” supports which structure?
Calcaneus
Navicular
Cuboid
Talus
Which intrinsic muscle of the foot is supplied by the medial plantar nerve?
Interossei
Quadratus plantae
Adductor hallucis
All of the following support the transverse arch of the foot EXCEPT:
Peroneus longus
Tibialis posterior
Interossei
Plantar aponeurosis
All are true about the fibula EXCPET:
It forms the lateral malleolus
It bears body weight
It stabilises the ankle
It articulates with the tibia
Brachialis muscle originates from the:
Coracoid process
Distal half of anterior humerus
Radial tuberosity
Medial epicondyle
Insertion of biceps brachii is at the:
Coronoid process of ulna
Olecranon process
Radial tuberosity
Shaft of radius
Which muscles inserts into the Olecranon process of ulna?
Anconeus
Triceps brachii
Brachialis
Supinator
Primary action of Brachioradialis is elbow flexion when the forearm is:
Fully supinated
Fully pronated
Mid-prone
Extended
Which muscles originates from the lateral epicondyle of the humerus?
Pronator teres
Flexor carpi radialis
Extensor Carpi radialis brevis
Flexor digitorum profundus
Supraspinatus muscle originates from the:
Supraspinous fossa
Infraspinous fossa
Coracoid process
Spine of scpaula
Insertion of supraspinatus is on the:
Lesser tubercle of humerus
Surgical neck of humerus
Greater tubercle of humerus
Intertubercular groove
Which rotator cuff muscle laterally rotates the arm?
Subscapularis
Teres major
Infraspinatous
Coracobrachialis
Subscapularis muscle produces:
Lateral rotation
Medial rotation
Abduction
Extension
Which structure primarily stabilises the numeral head in the glenoid cavity?
Joint capsule
Glenoid labrum
Rotator cuff muscles
Coracoacromial ligament
External oblique muscle originates from the:
Iliac crest
Lower 8 ribs
Thoracolumbar fascia
Pubic symphysis
Psoas major inserts into the :
Lesser trochanter
Greater trochanter
Iliac crest
Linea aspera
Quadratus lumborum originates from the:
Vertebral bodies
Iliac crest
Sacrum
Tibialis anterior inserts into the :
Navicular tuberosity
Base of 1st metatarsal
Calcaneus
Cuboid
Primary action of Tibialis anterior is:
Plantarflexion
Inversion
Dorsiflexion
Eversion
Achilles tendon inserts into the:
Calcaneus
Talus
Cuboid
Navicular
Quadratus plantae inserts into the tendon of:
Flexor hallucis longus
Flexor digitorum longus
Flexor digitorum brevis
Tibialis posterior
Deltoid ligament provides stability against :
Inversion
Eversion
Plantarflexion
Dorsiflexion
Anterior talofibular ligament is stretched during:
Eversion
Dorsiflexion
Inversion with plantarflexion
Inversion with Dorsiflexion
Ligament preventing radial head dislocation is the:
Annular ligament
Radial collateral ligament
Ulnar collateral ligament
Interosseous memebrane
Coracoclavicular ligament stabilises which joint?
Glenohumeral
Sternoclavicular
Acromioclavicular
Scapulothoracic
Which muscle BOTH flexes and supinates the forearm?
Supinator
Brachialis
Biceps brachii
Pronator teres
Which ligament prevents excessive abduction of the elbow?
Radial collateral ligament
Annular ligament
Ulnar collateral ligament
Interosseous membrane
Which muscle abducts the toes?
Plantar interossei
Lumbricals
Dorsal interossei
Flexor digitorum brevis
Which carpal bone articulates directly with the radius?
Hamate
Lunate
Pisiform
Capitate
All are contents of the carpal tunnel EXCEPT:
Median nerve
Flexor digitorum profundus
Flexor digitorum superficialis
Flexor carpi radialis
Which ligament prevents posterior dislocation of the carpal bones?
Palmar radiocarpal ligament
Dorsal radiocarpal ligament
Ulnar collateral ligament
Radial collateral ligament
A typical thoracic vertebra is characterised by:
Costal facets
Bifid spinous process
Large kidney-shaped body
Absence of transverse foramina
Lumbar vertebrae are best adapted for:
Rotation
Flexion and extension
Stability only
Lateral flexion only
Which feature is UNIQUE to cervical vertebrae?
Large vertebral body
Costal facets
Transverse foramina
Mammillary processes
Erector spinae group consists of all EXCEPT:
Iliocostalis
Longissimus
Spinalis
Multifidus
Primary action of erector spinae muscles is:
Flexion of spine
Rotation of spine
Extension of spine
Lateral flexion only
The acetabulum of the hip is formed by fusion of the:
Ilium and pubis
Ischium and pubis
Ilium and ischium
Ilium, ischium and pubis
Which landmark is the weight-bearing portion during sitting?
Ischial tuberosity
Iliac crest
Ischial spine
Pubic tubercle
The greater sciatic notch becomes the the greater sciatic Foramen by the:
Sacrospinous ligament
Sacrotuberous ligament
Inguinal ligament
Iliofemoral ligament
Which part of the hip bone contributes to the obturator foramen?
Ilium
Ischium
Pubis
Ischium and pubis
The Manubriosternal joint is a:
Primary cartilaginous joint
Secondary cartilaginous joint
Synovial plate joint
Fibrous joint
Which structure articulates with the clavicle at the sternum?
Body of sternum
Xiphoid process
Manubrium
Costal cartilage
External intercostal muscles of the thoracic wall primarily aid in:
Forced expiration
Quiet expiration
Inspiration
Coughing
Internal intercostal muscles of the thoracic wall function mainly in:
Inspiration
Forced expiration
Quiet breathing
Rib elevation
Which bone contains the sella turcica?
Ethmoid
Sphenoid
Temporal
Occipital
The cribiform plate is part of the:
Ethmoid bone
Frontal bone
Sphenoid bone
Maxilla
The styloid process belongs to the:
Sphenoid bone
Temporal bone
Occipital bone
Maxilla
Foramen rotundum transmits:
Mandibular nerve (V3)
Maxillary nerve (V2)
Ophthalmic nerve (V1)
Facial nerve
The middle meningeal artery enters the cranial cavity via the:
Foramen lacerum
Foramen spinosum
Foramen magnum
Jugular Foramen
Optic canal transmits the:
Optic nerve only
Optic nerve and ophthalmic artery
Ophthalmic nerve
Oculomotor nerve
Temporalis muscle originates from the:
Zygomatic arch
Temporal fossa
Coronoid process
Mandibular angle
Muscles of facial expression are derived from the:
First pharyngeal arch
Second pharyngeal arch
Third pharyngeal arch
Fourth pharyngeal arch
All muscles of facial expression are supplied by:
Trigeminal nerve
Facial nerve
Hypoglossal nerve
Glossopharyngeal nerve
Buccinator muscle functions to:
Elevate mandible
Protrude lips
Compress cheek
Close eyelids
Orbicularis oculi muscle sis responsible for:
Opening eye
Closing eye
Raising eyebrow
Protruding eye
