OCC Anatomy & Physiology Relevant to Casting

Question 1

Which bone is most commonly fractured in the forearm?

Accepted Answer

Radius

Answer

Ulna

Answer

Humerus

Answer

Scapula

Question 2

Which part of the bone contains the growth plate in children?

Accepted Answer

Metaphysis

Answer

Diaphysis

Answer

Periosteum

Answer

Epiphysis

Question 3

Which nerve must be assessed in a distal humerus fracture?

Accepted Answer

Radial nerve

Answer

Median nerve

Answer

Ulnar nerve

Answer

Sciatic nerve

Question 4

Which structure connects muscles to bones?

Accepted Answer

Tendons

Answer

Ligaments

Answer

Cartilage

Answer

Bursae

Question 5

Which joint is classified as a hinge joint?

Accepted Answer

Elbow

Answer

Shoulder

Answer

Hip

Answer

Wrist

Question 6

What is the function of the periosteum?

Accepted Answer

Protects and nourishes bone

Answer

Cushions joints

Answer

Attaches muscles to bone

Answer

Stores calcium