High-Yield Anatomy/MSK/Rheumatology for USMLE

These flashcards cover high-yield concepts in anatomy, musculoskeletal, and rheumatology topics relevant for the USMLE examination.

What is the main function of skeletal muscles?

Skeletal muscles are responsible for voluntary movements of the body and help in maintaining posture.

What are the major bones of the human body?

The major bones include the skull, clavicle, sternum, ribs, vertebrae, pelvis, femur, tibia, fibula, humerus, radius, and ulna.

What is the role of arteries in the circulatory system?

Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to various parts of the body.

What is the main nerve responsible for the sensation in the forearm and hand?

The median nerve is primarily responsible for sensation in the forearm and hand.

What are the three types of muscle tissue in the human body?

The three types are skeletal muscle, smooth muscle, and cardiac muscle.

What are the major arteries supplying blood to the upper limb?

The major arteries include the subclavian artery, brachial artery, radial artery, and ulnar artery.

What is the anatomical significance of the pelvic girdle?

The pelvic girdle supports the weight of the upper body when sitting and standing and connects the spine to the lower limbs.

Which muscle is primarily responsible for arm abduction?

The deltoid muscle is primarily responsible for arm abduction.

What is the common nerve involved in carpal tunnel syndrome?

The median nerve is commonly involved in carpal tunnel syndrome.

What is the largest bone in the body?

The femur is the largest bone in the human body.

Name the major nerves of the brachial plexus.

The major nerves include the musculocutaneous, median, ulnar, radial, and axillary nerves.