Landmarks and Osteology

Question 1

What are the 2 landmarks?

Answer 1

Thenar and Hypothenar Eminence

Question 2

Thenar Eminence: Def

Answer 2

Swelling at the base of thumb

Question 3

Hypothenar Eminence: Def

Answer 3

Swelling at base of little finger

Question 4

Metacarpal Bones: Characteristics

Answer 4

Numbered I-V starting from the lateral/radial side

Each has a head, shaft and base

Question 5

Phalanges: Characteristics

Answer 5

2 for thumb (prox and dist) and 3 for each finger (prox, mid, and dist)