scapula

Question 1

What is the primary function of the scapula?

Answer 1

The primary function of the scapula is to connect the humerus (upper arm bone) with the clavicle (collarbone) and provide attachment points for muscles.

Question 2

True or False: The scapula is commonly referred to as the shoulder blade.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The scapula articulates with the __________ at the glenoid cavity.

Answer 3

humerus

Question 4

Which two bones does the scapula connect?

Answer 4

The scapula connects the humerus and the clavicle.

Question 5

What are the three main borders of the scapula?

Answer 5

The medial (vertebral) border, lateral (axillary) border, and superior border.

Question 6

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a process of the scapula? A) Acromion B) Coracoid C) Olecranon D) Glenoid

Answer 6

C) Olecranon

Question 7

What is the significance of the acromion process?

Answer 7

The acromion process serves as an attachment point for the clavicle and is involved in shoulder mobility.

Question 8

True or False: The scapula is a flat bone.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What muscle group is primarily attached to the scapula?

Answer 9

The rotator cuff muscles.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The inferior angle of the scapula is important for the movement of the __________.

Answer 10

shoulder

Question 11

What is the glenoid cavity?

Answer 11

The glenoid cavity is a shallow socket on the scapula that articulates with the head of the humerus.

Question 12

Multiple choice: Which of the following motions does the scapula NOT perform? A) Elevation B) Depression C) Flexion D) Rotation

Answer 12

C) Flexion

Question 13

What is the relationship between the scapula and the shoulder joint?

Answer 13

The scapula forms part of the shoulder joint by providing a socket for the humerus.

Question 14

True or False: The scapula has a direct connection to the ribcage.

Answer 14

False

Question 15

What are the two surfaces of the scapula called?

Answer 15

The costal (anterior) surface and the dorsal (posterior) surface.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The scapula is located on the __________ side of the body.

Answer 16

posterior

Question 17

Which ligament connects the scapula to the clavicle?

Answer 17

The acromioclavicular ligament.

Question 18

Multiple choice: Which part of the scapula is involved in shoulder abduction? A) Acromion B) Glenoid C) Coracoid D) Spine

Answer 18

B) Glenoid

Question 19

What role does the scapula play in arm elevation?

Answer 19

The scapula provides a stable base for the arm to elevate by rotating upward.

Question 20

True or False: The scapula is a paired structure, meaning there are two scapulae in the body.

Answer 20

True

Question 21

What is the primary blood supply to the scapula?

Answer 21

The suprascapular artery and the circumflex scapular artery.

Question 22

Fill in the blank: The scapula is part of the __________ girdle.

Answer 22

pectoral

Question 23

What is the clinical significance of scapular winging?

Answer 23

Scapular winging indicates weakness or injury to the muscles that stabilize the scapula, particularly the serratus anterior.

Question 24

Multiple choice: Which muscle is NOT attached to the scapula? A) Deltoid B) Trapezius C) Biceps brachii D) Pectoralis major

Answer 24

D) Pectoralis major

Question 25

What is the role of the serratus anterior muscle in relation to the scapula?

Answer 25

The serratus anterior stabilizes the scapula against the thoracic wall and allows for upward rotation.