Author Question: A fluid-filled sac that decreases friction where a tendon rubs against a bone near a synovial joint ... (Read 109 times)

abc · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A fluid-filled sac that decreases friction where a tendon rubs against a bone near a synovial joint is called a/an ________.

A) fascicle
B) extensor
C) bursa
D) platysma

Question 2

A procedure that uses a circular metal cutter to remove a plug-shaped core of skin is called a/an ________ biopsy.

A) excisional
B) incisional
C) shave
D) punch

Ksanderson1296 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) A fascicle is a bundle of individual muscle fibers, not a fluid-filled sac.
B) An extensor is a muscle, not a fluid-filled sac.
C) Correct
D) The platysma is a muscle in the neck, not a fluid-filled sac.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) An excisional biopsy removes skin, but not as a plug-shaped core.
B) An incisional biopsy removes some skin, but not as a plug-shaped core.
C) A shave biopsy does not remove a plug-shaped core.
D) Correct