Question 1

When blood vessels become surrounded by concentric lamella forming osteons, the bone will grow in ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   length
B)   diameter
C)   the epiphyseal plate
D)   the articular cartilage
E)   All of the choices are correct.F) A) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 2

Which type of bone cell is a large cell that forms from fusion of several precursor cells?

Accepted Answer

A)   Osteochondral progenitor cell
B)   Osteoblast
C)   Osteocyte
D)   OsteoclastE) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 3

-What does structure "A" represent on the bone diagram?

Accepted Answer

A)   Spongy bone
B)   Diaphysis
C)   Epiphyseal lines
D)   Articular cartilage
E)   EpiphysisF) B) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 4

Sally has elevated blood calcium levels. Which substance would you expect to find in high levels in response to this condition?

Accepted Answer

A)   Growth hormone
B)   Sex hormones
C)   Parathyroid hormone
D)   Calcitonin
E)   Vitamin DF) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 5

Identify the components of the skeletal system. (Check all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)   Bones
B)   Cartilage
C)   Ligaments
D)   Muscles
E)   TendonsF) A) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 6

The flat bones of the skull develop from ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   hyaline cartilage
B)   areolar tissue
C)   compact bone
D)   fibrous connective tissue
E)   fibrocartilageF) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 7

The radiologist informs Matthew that his fracture has not penetrated the skin, meaning Matthew has a/an ________ fracture.

Accepted Answer

A)   open
B)   closed
C)   displaced
D)   composite
E)   irregularF) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 8

Which of the following cell types is responsible for breaking down bone matrix?

Accepted Answer

A)   Chondroclast
B)   Osteoclast
C)   Chondroblast
D)   Fibroblast
E)   OsteocyteF) None of the above
G) A) and E)

Question 9

Arrange the following events of endochondral ossification in the proper sequence:
(1)  Cartilage matrix is calcified and chondrocytes die.
(2)  Chondrocytes hypertrophy.
(3)  Cartilage model is formed.
(4)  Osteoblasts deposit bone on the surface of the calcified cartilage of the primary ossification center.
(5)  Blood vessels from the periosteum invade calcified cartilage bringing in osteoblasts and osteoclasts.

Accepted Answer

A)   3, 2, 1, 5, 4
B)   3, 2, 5, 4, 1
C)   3, 2, 5, 1, 4
D)   3, 5, 2, 4, 1
E)   1, 3, 4, 5, 2F) A) and C)
G) All of the above

Question 10

The most common bone disease is osteoporosis. The most common consequence of this disease is

Accepted Answer

A)   fractures.
B)   bone thickening.
C)   luxations and subluxations.
D)   fusion of bones.
E)   remodeling of bone.F) C) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 11

How does the nervous system contribute to homeostasis in individuals suffering from osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

A)   Address inadequate amounts of calcium and vitamin D in the diet.
B)   Stimulate exercise to reduce muscle stress on bone.
C)   The sense of pain following injury helps prevent further injury.
D)   Inhibit blood clotting to halt the repair process.
E)   Reduce calcitonin secretion.F) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 12

-What does structure "E" represent on the bone diagram?

Accepted Answer

A)   Spongy bone
B)   Diaphysis
C)   Epiphyseal lines
D)   Articular cartilage
E)   EpiphysisF) A) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 13

Which of the following membranes covers the surface of a mature bone?

Accepted Answer

A)   Perimysium
B)   Perichondrium
C)   Peritendineum
D)   Peritoneum
E)   PeriosteumF) C) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 14

Important functions of the skeletal system include

Accepted Answer

A)   protection of the brain and soft organs.
B)   storage of water.
C)   production of Vitamin E.
D)   regulation of acid-base balance.
E)   integration of other systems.F) None of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 15

Osteomyelitis is

Accepted Answer

A)   bone inflammation that often results from bacterial infection.
B)   a disease in adults, especially women, characterized by a reduced amount of bone matrix.
C)   a disease in adults characterized by softening of bones resulting from calcium depletion.
D)   a disease in children characterized by soft, bowed, and swollen bones.
E)   a group of genetic disorders producing very brittle bones that are easily fractured; occurs because of insufficient collagen development.F) B) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 16

Name the air-filled spaces lined by mucous membranes found within flat and irregular bones.

Accepted Answer

A)   Foramina
B)   Medullary cavities
C)   Sinuses
D)   Short boneE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 17

The processes of intramembranous and endochondral ossification are similar in several respects. Which of the following statements applies to both intramembranous ossification and endochondral ossification?

Accepted Answer

A)   Both processes form woven bone.
B)   Both processes require a precursor of connective tissue membranes.
C)   In both processes, bone replaces cartilage.
D)   Both only form flat bones.
E)   Chondrocytes participate in both processes.F) B) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 18

Which of the following is true of the condition osteomyelitis? (Check all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)   It is caused by the normal skin bacterium, Staphylococcus aureus.
B)   The condition involves inflammation of the bone, which is stimulated by osteoblasts releasing the chemical RANKL.
C)   Osteoclasts are inhibited by the bacterium that causes the condition.
D)   Prognosis for those affected is poor, even with excellent medical care.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Exam 6: Skeletal System: Bones and Bone Tissue

-What does structure "A" represent on the bone diagram?

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How does the nervous system contribute to homeostasis in individuals suffering from osteoporosis?

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Which of the following membranes covers the surface of a mature bone?

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Important functions of the skeletal system include

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Sally has elevated blood calcium levels. Which substance would you expect to find in high levels in response to this condition?

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The flat bones of the skull develop from ________.

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The most common bone disease is osteoporosis. The most common consequence of this disease is

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The processes of intramembranous and endochondral ossification are similar in several respects. Which of the following statements applies to both intramembranous ossification and endochondral ossification?

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Which of the following is true of the condition osteomyelitis? (Check all that apply.)

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-What does structure "E" represent on the bone diagram?

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Which of the following cell types is responsible for breaking down bone matrix?

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Identify the components of the skeletal system. (Check all that apply.)

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When blood vessels become surrounded by concentric lamella forming osteons, the bone will grow in ________.

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The radiologist informs Matthew that his fracture has not penetrated the skin, meaning Matthew has a/an ________ fracture.

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Name the air-filled spaces lined by mucous membranes found within flat and irregular bones.

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Osteomyelitis is

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Which type of bone cell is a large cell that forms from fusion of several precursor cells?

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Exam 6: Skeletal System: Bones and Bone Tissue

-What does structure "A" represent on the bone diagram?

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How does the nervous system contribute to homeostasis in individuals suffering from osteoporosis?

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Which of the following membranes covers the surface of a mature bone?

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Important functions of the skeletal system include

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Sally has elevated blood calcium levels. Which substance would you expect to find in high levels in response to this condition?

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The flat bones of the skull develop from ________.

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The most common bone disease is osteoporosis. The most common consequence of this disease is

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The processes of intramembranous and endochondral ossification are similar in several respects. Which of the following statements applies to both intramembranous ossification and endochondral ossification?

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Which of the following is true of the condition osteomyelitis? (Check all that apply.)

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-What does structure "E" represent on the bone diagram?

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Which of the following cell types is responsible for breaking down bone matrix?

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Identify the components of the skeletal system. (Check all that apply.)

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When blood vessels become surrounded by concentric lamella forming osteons, the bone will grow in ________.

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The radiologist informs Matthew that his fracture has not penetrated the skin, meaning Matthew has a/an ________ fracture.

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Name the air-filled spaces lined by mucous membranes found within flat and irregular bones.

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Osteomyelitis is

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Which type of bone cell is a large cell that forms from fusion of several precursor cells?

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