Question 1

What are ribs 8 through 10,which articulate with the sternum through the conjoined costal cartilage,known as?

Accepted Answer

A)   True ribs
B)   False ribs
C)   Floating ribs
D)   Costal ribsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

What does the articulation between the anterior arch of the atlas and the dens form?

Accepted Answer

A)   Facet joint
B)   Atlanto-axial joint
C)   Atlanto-occipital joint
D)   Uncinate jointE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Which of the following muscles are responsible for expiration? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)   Diaphragm
B)   Transverse abdominis
C)   External oblique
D)   Rectus abdominisE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 4

Which of the following nerve roots form(s) the lower trunk of the brachial plexus?

Accepted Answer

A)   C5 and C6
B)   C8 and T1
C)   C7
D)   C8E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

MATCHING
Match each of the following terms with its definition.
-Freely open

Accepted Answer

A)  Nystagmus
B)  Patency
C)  Torticollis
D)  MyelopathyE) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

In what position should a patient be placed when testing for cervical flexion and extension motion?

Accepted Answer

A)   Supine
B)   Side-lying
C)   Standing
D)   SeatedE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 7

What is the least common form of thoracic outlet syndrome?

Accepted Answer

A)   Neurogenic
B)   Vascular
C)   Nonspecific
D)   Cervical ribE) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 8

What is the triangular septum structure in the cervical spine that serves as a broad area for muscular attachment?

Accepted Answer

A)   Ligamentum flavum
B)   Ligamentum teres
C)   Ligamentum nuchae
D)   Tectorial membraneE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 9

The onset of commotio cordis is influenced by all of the following factors.Which of these is most crucial?

Accepted Answer

A)   Type of force
B)   Timing of impact
C)   Location of force
D)   Amount of forceE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 10

What test can confirm the narrowing of the intervertebral foramen secondary to exostosis,enlargement,or irritation of the nerve root's dural sheath and degeneration of the facet joints?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cervical compression test
B)   Babinski test
C)   Oppenheim test
D)   Cervical distraction testE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

A blow to the back may result in a kidney contusion,with the left kidney being more vulnerable due to its anatomical location.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Injury to what organ is indicated by pain referred to the left shoulder,also known as Kehr's sign?

Accepted Answer

A)   Liver
B)   Spleen
C)   Gallbladder
D)   PancreasE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Kehr's sign is referred pain to the upper left abdomen and shoulder,indicating appendicitis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which statement is false concerning cervical intervertebral discs?

Accepted Answer

A)   The disc structure is the same as in the lumbar region.
B)   The annulus fibrosus thins as it travels posteriorly.
C)   The annulus fibrosus does not completely enclose the nucleus pulposus.
D)   The lateral aspect of the disc is not covered in the cervical region by the annulus fibrosus.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 15

High blood pressure and a decreased heart rate are associated with splenic injury.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which method is more reliable in determining cervical range of motion (ROM) ?

Accepted Answer

A)   Goniometric measurement
B)   Inclinometer measurement
C)   Visual estimation
D)   Laser measurementE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 17

Which of the following statements is true concerning the ribs?

Accepted Answer

A)   The upper two ribs are protected by the clavicle and the pectoralis major.
B)   The upper ribs 8 to 9 are protected posteriorly by the scapula.
C)   Most rib fractures are the result of overuse injuries.
D)   The floating ribs are the most commonly fractured ribs.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 18

The first position of the ULTT includes passive lateral flexion of the cervical spine toward the side not being tested and depression of the shoulder girdle on the side not being tested.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The dens is a superior projection off of the atlas and allows for rotation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The spleen is located on the left side of the body,partially under which ribs?

Accepted Answer

A)   5 through 8
B)   6 through 9
C)   9 through 11
D)   11 through 12E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Exam 14: Cervical and Thoracic Spine and Thorax Pathologies

The onset of commotio cordis is influenced by all of the following factors.Which of these is most crucial?

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Which of the following nerve roots form(s) the lower trunk of the brachial plexus?

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Which method is more reliable in determining cervical range of motion (ROM) ?

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Kehr's sign is referred pain to the upper left abdomen and shoulder,indicating appendicitis.

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The dens is a superior projection off of the atlas and allows for rotation.

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What is the triangular septum structure in the cervical spine that serves as a broad area for muscular attachment?

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In what position should a patient be placed when testing for cervical flexion and extension motion?

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Which of the following muscles are responsible for expiration? Select all that apply.

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MATCHING Match each of the following terms with its definition. -Freely open

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What is the least common form of thoracic outlet syndrome?

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A blow to the back may result in a kidney contusion,with the left kidney being more vulnerable due to its anatomical location.

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Injury to what organ is indicated by pain referred to the left shoulder,also known as Kehr's sign?

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What test can confirm the narrowing of the intervertebral foramen secondary to exostosis,enlargement,or irritation of the nerve root's dural sheath and degeneration of the facet joints?

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The first position of the ULTT includes passive lateral flexion of the cervical spine toward the side not being tested and depression of the shoulder girdle on the side not being tested.

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What are ribs 8 through 10,which articulate with the sternum through the conjoined costal cartilage,known as?

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Which statement is false concerning cervical intervertebral discs?

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What does the articulation between the anterior arch of the atlas and the dens form?

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The spleen is located on the left side of the body,partially under which ribs?

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High blood pressure and a decreased heart rate are associated with splenic injury.

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Which of the following statements is true concerning the ribs?

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