The student nurse studying the anatomy of the musculoskeletal system understands that bones are classified by their size and shape. How does the student classify the pelvis?
A. Flat bone
B. Irregular bone
C. Long bone
D. Short bone
ANS: B
Flat bones are located in the skull, scapulae, ribs, sternum, and clavicle. Long bones are found in the extremities, and include the fingers and toes. Short bones are located in the ankles and wrists. Irregular bones are the vertebrae, pelvis, and facial bones.
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