Question 1

In the term scoliosis, the root means :

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A)  lateral.
B)  crooked.
C)  posterior.
D)  straight.
E)  cramped.

Question 2

The medical term chondrosarcoma means :

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A)  malignant tumor originating in bone-producing cells.
B)  malignant tumor originating in connective tissue.
C)  benign tumor of fat cells.
D)  malignant tumor originating in cartilage cells.
E)  benign tumor of muscle tissue.

Question 3

A common fracture of the radius just above the wrist joint is called a ________________fracture.

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A)  haversian
B)  heberden
C)  colles
D)  fallopian
E)  pallatine

Question 4

In the term osteomyelitis, what does the root myel refer to?

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A)  Bone
B)  Bone marrow
C)  Inflammation
D)  Infection
E)  Muscle

Question 5

In the word achondroplasia, what does the suffix mean?

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A)  Without
B)  Formation
C)  Growth
D)  Cartilage
E)  Surgical repair

Question 6

The correct spelling of the term that means an incomplete dislocation in which some contact between joint surfaces remains is:

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A)  subluksation.
B)  subluxation.
C)  subluxashun.
D)  subluction.
E)  sublaction.

Question 7

Which of the following terms refers to the shaft of a long bone and is spelled correctly?

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A)  Diaphesis
B)  Epyphisis
C)  Epiphysis
D)  Diaphysis
E)  Diaphysys

Question 8

The fibrous band that connects muscle to bone is called a:

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A)  cartilage.
B)  hormones.
C)  muscle.
D)  ligament.
E)  tendon.

Question 9

Which of the following is not a function of the skeletal system?

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A)  Support
B)  Detoxification
C)  Excretion
D)  Protection
E)  Mineral storage and balance

Question 10

The medical term for low bone density is:

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A)  osteopenia.
B)  osteoporosis.
C)  osteomuyelitis.
D)  achondroplasia.
E)  osteogenesis. B

Question 11

Whiplash is a(n) :

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A)  abnormal spinal curvature.
B)  symptoms caused by sudden uncontrolled extension and flexion of the neck.
C)  abnormal medial curve in the lumbar region.
D)  exaggerated lateral curve in the cervical region.
E)  abnormal lateral curve in the coccyx.

Question 12

Osteopenia is the medical term for:

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A)  fracture.
B)  rotator cuff tear.
C)  separation.
D)  stiffening of the bones.
E)  low bone density.

Question 13

An exaggerated posterior curve of the thoracic vertebrae is a condition called:

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A)  rickets.
B)  kyphosis.
C)  whiplash.
D)  lordosis.
E)  pronation.

Question 14

In the word epiphysis, the root means :

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A)  above.
B)  within.
C)  growth.
D)  pertaining to.
E)  embryo.

Question 15

In the word meniscectomy, what does the suffix mean?

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A)  Excision
B)  Anastamosis
C)  Reduction
D)  To splice
E)  Incision A

Question 16

Correctly spell the term that means an artificial part to remedy a defect in the body.

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Question 17

Which condition is characterized by an abnormal lateral curvature of the vertebral column?

Accepted Answer

A)  Muscular dystrophy
B)  Myasthenia gravis
C)  Rheumatism
D)  Scoliosis
E)  Osteoporosis

Question 18

Hallux valgus is also known as a(n) :

Accepted Answer

A)  ingrown toenail.
B)  fasciitis.
C)  bunion.
D)  flat foot.

Question 19

Cancer that originates from bone cells is a:

Accepted Answer

A)  osteogenic sarcoma.
B)  rhabdomyolysis.
C)  heberden node.
D)  thalassemia. A

Question 20

Which of the following statements is true regarding the functions of the skeletal system?

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A)  The skull protects the tongue and teeth.
B)  Muscles are not attached to bones; they are responsible for movement.
C)  The bones of the ribs, wrists, and ankles hold up the body.
D)  The vertebral column protects the spinal cord.
E)  Tendons support and hold bones together.

Exam 4: The Skeletal System: The Essentials of the Language of Orthopedics

In the term scoliosis, the root means :

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The medical term chondrosarcoma means :

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A common fracture of the radius just above the wrist joint is called a ________________fracture.

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In the term osteomyelitis, what does the root myel refer to?

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In the word achondroplasia, what does the suffix mean?

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The correct spelling of the term that means an incomplete dislocation in which some contact between joint surfaces remains is:

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Which of the following terms refers to the shaft of a long bone and is spelled correctly?

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The fibrous band that connects muscle to bone is called a:

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Which of the following is not a function of the skeletal system?

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The medical term for low bone density is:

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Whiplash is a(n) :

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Osteopenia is the medical term for:

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An exaggerated posterior curve of the thoracic vertebrae is a condition called:

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In the word epiphysis, the root means :

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In the word meniscectomy, what does the suffix mean?

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Correctly spell the term that means an artificial part to remedy a defect in the body.

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Which condition is characterized by an abnormal lateral curvature of the vertebral column?

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Hallux valgus is also known as a(n) :

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Cancer that originates from bone cells is a:

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the functions of the skeletal system?

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