ATI RN
Questions for Skeletal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
Choose the correct sentence. Compact bone contains
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Compact bone has osteons (Haversian systems) with lamellae, osteocytes, and canaliculi, but no trabeculae (spongy bone feature). Answer is D, per the document.
Question 2 of 5
The manubrium and the xiphoid process are located on which part of the skeleton?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Manubrium (top) and xiphoid process (bottom) are parts of the sternum (breastbone), not jaw, pelvis, or hand. Answer is B, per the document.
Question 3 of 5
The axial skeleton groups together which sets of bones?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Axial skeleton: skull (cranial/facial), thoracic cage (ribs, sternum), vertebral column. A and B include appendicular parts, C adds girdles (appendicular). Answer is D, per the document.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following describes what an 'epiphysis' is?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The epiphysis is the end of a long bone, distinct from the diaphysis (shaft). The line is epiphyseal, membrane is periosteum. Answer is D, per the document.
Question 5 of 5
The human skeleton consists of which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The skeleton comprises axial (skull, spine, ribs) and appendicular (limbs, girdles) parts. Other options omit or misgroup components. Answer is B, per the document.