Ms. Hendrix suffered a severe hip fracture that required hip replacement surgery. After an extended recovery period, she is undergoing physical therapy to regain strength and mobility.




a. Which bone is involved in a hip fracture, and what part of the bone is likely to be fractured?

Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.

d. The two pubic bones articulate at the acetabulum.

Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.

c. The weight of the body in the sitting position is supported by the ischial tuberosities.

Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.

b. The superior border of the pelvic bone is the iliac crest.

Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.

a. The obturator foramen articulates with the head of the femur at the hip joint.

On which bone is the acetabulum found?

When comparing the pelvic and pectoral girdles, which statement is incorrect?