Lower Limbs Flashcards
1
Q
The pelvic girdle is composed of what bones?
A
Right and left pelvic bones (coxal, innominate, or hip bones), sacrum, coccyx
2
Q
The pelvic brim or inlet is what?
A
The circular opening from the abdomen into the pelvic cavity
3
Q
Where is the true pelvis (lesser pelvis)?
A
Located beneath the pelvic brim
4
Q
Each pelvic bones are formed by what three elements?
A
Ilium, pubis, ischium
5
Q
What is a sesamoid bone?
A
One that forms within the tendon of a muscle
6
Q
What is the largest sesamoid bone in the body?
A
Patella
