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

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Terms for the Head and Neck

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Terms for the Head and Neck

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Multiple Choice

The sternocleidomastoid muscle inserts on the ________.

zygomatic arch

occipital condyle

mandibular condyle

mastoid process of the temporal bone

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Step 1: Begin by identifying the sternocleidomastoid muscle, which is a paired muscle located in the neck. It plays a role in head rotation and flexion.

Step 2: Understand the anatomy of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. It has two points of origin: the manubrium of the sternum and the clavicle. The insertion point is where the muscle attaches after crossing the neck.

Step 3: Recall that the insertion point of a muscle is typically the movable attachment site. For the sternocleidomastoid, this is the mastoid process of the temporal bone, located behind the ear.

Step 4: Eliminate the incorrect options: The zygomatic arch is part of the cheekbone, the occipital condyle is part of the skull base near the spine, and the mandibular condyle is part of the jaw. None of these are related to the sternocleidomastoid muscle's insertion.

Step 5: Confirm that the correct insertion point is the mastoid process of the temporal bone, which is consistent with the muscle's function and anatomical location.