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Clavicle Flashcards

1
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What is the anatomical name for the collarbone?

A

Clavicle

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True or False: The clavicle is the only long bone in the body that lies horizontally.

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True

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Which joint does the clavicle articulate with on one end?

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Sternoclavicular joint

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What is the other joint that the clavicle articulates with on the other end?

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Acromioclavicular joint

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What is the function of the clavicle in the human body?

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It helps to support the shoulder and arms, acting as a strut to keep the shoulder in place.

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6
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What type of bone is the clavicle considered to be?

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Long bone

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7
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Fill in the blank: The clavicle is located between the ____ and the ____.

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Sternum, scapula

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What is the most common fracture site for the clavicle?

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Midshaft

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9
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What is the common treatment for a clavicle fracture?

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Immobilization with a sling or brace

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10
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What are the two main functions of the clavicle?

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To provide attachment for muscles and to protect underlying structures.

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11
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What is the anatomical name for the collarbone?

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Clavicle

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True or False: The clavicle is the only long bone in the body that lies horizontally.

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True

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13
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Which joint does the clavicle articulate with on one end?

A

Sternoclavicular joint

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What is the other joint that the clavicle articulates with on the other end?

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Acromioclavicular joint

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What is the function of the clavicle in the human body?

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It helps to support the shoulder and arms, acting as a strut to keep the shoulder in place.

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16
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What type of bone is the clavicle considered to be?

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Long bone

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17
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Fill in the blank: The clavicle is located between the ____ and the ____.

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Sternum, scapula

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18
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What is the most common fracture site for the clavicle?

A

Midshaft

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What is the common treatment for a clavicle fracture?

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Immobilization with a sling or brace

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20
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What are the two main functions of the clavicle?

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To provide attachment for muscles and to protect underlying structures.

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21
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What is the clavicle commonly known as?

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Collarbone

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22
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True or False: The clavicle is the only long bone in the body that lies horizontally.

A

True

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23
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Which joint does the clavicle articulate with on one end?

A

Sternoclavicular joint

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Which joint does the clavicle articulate with on the other end?

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Acromioclavicular joint

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25
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What is the function of the clavicle in the human body?

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It helps to support the shoulder, allowing for a wide range of motion.

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26
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What are the two main parts of the clavicle?

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Medial (sternal) end and lateral (acromial) end

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27
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What type of bone is the clavicle classified as?

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Long bone

28
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Which muscles are attached to the clavicle?

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Deltoid and trapezius muscles

29
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What is the most common fracture site in the clavicle?

A

Midshaft

30
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What is the main function of the clavicle during arm movement?

A

To transmit forces from the upper limb to the axial skeleton.

31
Q

How many ossification centers does the clavicle have in development?

A

Two

32
Q

Which ligament connects the clavicle to the coracoid process of the scapula?

A

Coracoclavicular ligament

33
Q

What is the significance of the clavicle in terms of evolution?

A

It is thought to be the first bone to ossify in the human body, possibly due to its importance in upright posture.

34
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What is the Latin term for clavicle?

A

Clavicula

35
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What is the primary function of the clavicle in the human body?

A

To provide structural support and protect underlying blood vessels and nerves.

36
Q

Which bone does the clavicle connect to on one end?

A

Sternum

37
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Which bone does the clavicle connect to on the other end?

A

Scapula

38
Q

What is the typical shape of the clavicle?

A

S-shaped

39
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What is the function of the clavicle in relation to the shoulder joint?

A

It acts as a strut to keep the scapula in place.

40
Q

What is the main arterial supply to the clavicle?

A

Suprascapular artery

41
Q

What is the main nerve supply to the clavicle?

A

Suprascapular nerve

42
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Which ligament is attached to the inferior surface of the clavicle?

A

Costoclavicular ligament

43
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle during overhead movements?

A

To prevent the shoulder from collapsing downward.

44
Q

Which bone is the clavicle often compared to in terms of shape?

A

Letter ā€˜Sā€™

45
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What is the function of the clavicle in terms of shoulder stability?

A

It provides a stable base for the shoulder joint to move freely.

46
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle during weight-bearing activities?

A

To transfer weight from the upper limb to the rest of the body.

47
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of muscle attachment?

A

To provide a stable base for the attachment of shoulder muscles.

48
Q

Which joint does the clavicle form with the scapula?

A

Acromioclavicular joint

49
Q

True or False: The clavicle is located in the upper extremity of the body.

A

True

50
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of protection?

A

To protect the underlying structures such as blood vessels and nerves.

51
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What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of movement?

A

To allow for a wide range of motion in the shoulder joint.

52
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of flexibility?

A

To provide flexibility in arm movements.

53
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of stability?

A

To provide stability to the shoulder joint.

54
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of posture?

A

To maintain proper posture and alignment of the upper body.

55
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of locomotion?

A

To facilitate movement of the upper limbs during walking and running.

56
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of coordination?

A

To coordinate movements of the shoulder with the rest of the body.

57
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of strength?

A

To provide strength and support to the shoulder joint.

58
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of balance?

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To maintain balance and stability during movements.

59
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of protection?

A

To protect vital structures such as blood vessels and nerves.

60
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of flexibility?

A

To allow for flexibility in arm movements.

61
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of support?

A

To provide support to the shoulder joint.

62
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What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of movement?

A

To enable a wide range of motion in the shoulder joint.

63
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of stability?

A

To ensure stability of the shoulder joint.

64
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of locomotion?

A

To assist in upper limb movements during walking and running.

65
Q

What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of coordination?

A

To coordinate shoulder movements with overall body movements.

66
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What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of balance?

A

To maintain balance and stability during physical activities.

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