Anatomy and Physiology of Hands and Feet

Question 1

What is the primary function of the nails?

Answer 1

To protect the distal phalanx and enhance tactile sensation.

Question 2

True or False: The nail matrix is responsible for nail growth.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The part of the nail that extends over the fingertip is called the __________.

Answer 3

free edge

Question 4

What is the term for the skin that surrounds the base of the nail?

Answer 4

cuticle

Question 5

How many bones are in each hand?

Answer 5

27 bones

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which part of the hand contains the palm? A) Phalanges B) Metacarpals C) Carpals

Answer 6

B) Metacarpals

Question 7

What is the main artery supplying blood to the hand?

Answer 7

Radial artery

Question 8

True or False: The feet have fewer bones than the hands.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What is the primary function of the foot’s arches?

Answer 9

To provide support and absorb shock.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the largest bone in the foot.

Answer 10

calcaneus

Question 11

What is the name of the joint between the phalanges and the metatarsals?

Answer 11

metatarsophalangeal joint

Question 12

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a bone in the wrist? A) Scaphoid B) Lunate C) Talus

Answer 12

C) Talus

Question 13

What is the function of the flexor tendons in the hand?

Answer 13

To allow bending of the fingers.

Question 14

True or False: The nail bed is highly vascularized.

Answer 14

True

Question 15

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the visible part of the nail that is not covered by skin.

Answer 15

nail plate

Question 16

What type of tissue makes up the majority of the nails?

Answer 16

keratinized epithelial tissue

Question 17

Multiple Choice: Which of the following bones is found in the hand? A) Patella B) Humerus C) Phalanx

Answer 17

C) Phalanx

Question 18

What is the role of the dermis in nail health?

Answer 18

To provide nutrients and support to the nail matrix.

Question 19

True or False: The toenails grow faster than fingernails.

Answer 19

False

Question 20

What is the term for the thickened area of skin at the base of the nail?

Answer 20

lunula

Question 21

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the structure that connects muscle to bone.

Answer 21

tendon

Question 22

What is the name of the condition characterized by the inflammation of the nail fold?

Answer 22

paronychia

Question 23

Multiple Choice: Which structure is responsible for the color of the nails? A) Nail matrix B) Nail bed C) Keratin

Answer 23

C) Keratin

Question 24

What is the primary purpose of the toenails?

Answer 24

To protect the tips of the toes and enhance balance.

Question 25

True or False: The skin on the palms and soles is thicker than on other parts of the body.

Answer 25

True