Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

8. Joints

Introduction to Joints

Anatomy & Physiology

8. Joints

Introduction to Joints

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following joints is found in the shoulder region?

Patellofemoral joint

Temporomandibular joint

Glenohumeral joint

Sacroiliac joint

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Understand the anatomy of the shoulder region: The shoulder is a complex structure that includes several joints, muscles, and bones. The primary joint in the shoulder is the glenohumeral joint, which connects the humerus (upper arm bone) to the scapula (shoulder blade).

Review the options provided: Patellofemoral joint, temporomandibular joint, glenohumeral joint, and sacroiliac joint. Each of these joints is located in a specific region of the body.

Identify the location of each joint: The patellofemoral joint is found in the knee, the temporomandibular joint is located in the jaw, the sacroiliac joint is found in the pelvis, and the glenohumeral joint is located in the shoulder.

Match the correct joint to the shoulder region: Based on anatomical knowledge, the glenohumeral joint is the joint found in the shoulder region. It is responsible for the wide range of motion in the shoulder.

Conclude that the glenohumeral joint is the correct answer, as it is the primary joint in the shoulder region and none of the other options are anatomically related to the shoulder.