Skeletal Assessment #2 Checklist

Flashcards covering the major bones and parts of the skeletal system that are assessed in the upcoming examination.

Scapula

A large, flat bone in the upper back that connects the humerus to the clavicle.

Clavicle

Also known as the collarbone; it connects the arm to the body.

Ribs

Curved bones that form the rib cage, protecting the thoracic cavity.

Sternum

The breastbone located in the center of the chest.

Coxa

The hipbone, which consists of the ilium, ischium, and pubis.

Ilium

The largest part of the coxal bone, forming the upper portion of the hip.

Ischium

The curved bone forming the base of each half of the pelvis.

Pubis

The front portion of the hip bone.

Humerus

The long bone of the upper arm or forelimb.

Radius

The bone on the thumb side of the forearm.

Ulna

The bone on the pinky side of the forearm.

Femur

The thigh bone, which is the longest bone in the human body.

Tibia

The shinbone; the larger of the two bones in the lower leg.

Fibula

The smaller bone located alongside the tibia in the lower leg.

Calcaneus

The heel bone, the largest tarsal bone.

Metatarsals

The five long bones in the foot between the tarsals and the phalanges.

Carpals

The eight small bones that make up the wrist.

Phalanges

The bones of the fingers and toes.