Radiology Anatomy of the Hand and Wrist

Articulate Rise educational module of the Anatomy of the Hand and Wrist. This module explores the details of a hand and wrist x-ray and helps one learn the anatomy and building knowledge of the hand and wrist.

1. In this radiology course, you will be studying anatomy and understanding the
importance of knowing the anatomy to become an exceptional radiologic
technologist. This course will concentrate on the anatomy of the hand and wrist.

When this course is finished, you should be able to:
List all the anatomy of the hand and wrist
Identify all anatomy of the hand and wrist on an x-ray film
Apply the knowledge of anatomy to help in the diagnosis of a hand or wrist x-
ray

Welcome to Radiology-Anatomy of the hand and wrist
Radiology- Anatomy of the hand and wrist- Video
Study Guide - Memorization
Labeled Graphic - Practice
Jodi Eick
RADIOLOGY - Anatomy of the hand and wrist

2. High Quality X-Ray Images - Learn
Drop and Drag Anatomy - Practice
Carpals -It's all in the Wrist - Practice
Anatomy Quizlet- Check your knowledge - Assessment
Links to additional information - Additional knowledge
Thanks for taking the course

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Jodi Eick
Welcome to Radiology-Anatomy of the hand and
wrist

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Welcome to Radiology
Welcome to radiology-Anatomy of the hand and wrist. Radiology
and knowing the anatomy extremely well will start you on your
journey to becoming an exceptional radiologic technologist. 
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In this course, we will discuss the anatomy of the hand and wrist.
Let's watch the video below in lesson 2 to begin to understand
the anatomy.
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7. Introduction to anatomy 
Please watch the video below on the anatomy of the hand and wrist.
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Lesson 2 of 10
Jodi Eick
Radiology- Anatomy of the hand and wrist- Video
BONES OF THE HAND (LEARN IN 2.5 MINUTES!)

9. Labled hand and wrist x-ray
Please use this x-ray to memorize the anatomy
Lesson 3 of 10
Jodi Eick
Study Guide - Memorization

10.                                                                                                     Anatomy of the hand and wrist

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11. Labeled graphic
Please think about which bones are in the hand and wrist and then click on the + sign to check
and see if you are correct. Use this as a study guide and to test your knowledge.
           Importance of knowing anatomy for radiology
Lesson 4 of 10
Jodi Eick
Labeled Graphic - Practice
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13. Proximal Phalanx
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14. Middle Phalanx
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15. Distal interphalangeal joint
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16. Metacarpal Phanageal Joint
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17. Proximal Interphanlangeal Joint
Proximal- Closer to the shoulder area
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18. Carpometacarpal Joint
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19. Sesamoid Bone
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20. Interphalangeal Joint
Only 1 joint in the 1st digit (Thumb)
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21. Distal Phalanx
Distal- further from shoulder area
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22. Metacarpals
There are 5 metacarpals Number 1 is on the thumb side
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23. PA Xray of the Left Hand
PA stands for Posterior to Anterior
Xray from  back to front when patient in anatomical position
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24. Ulna
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25. Radius
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26. Styloid Process of the Ulna
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27. Scaphoid
Another name for Scaphoid is Navicular
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28. Lunate
Another namre for Lunate is Semi Lunar
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29. Triquetrium
Another name for Triquetrium is Triangular, Triquetral, or Cuniform
Only carpal bone that has 4 names assosicated with 1 bone.
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30. pisiform
This carpal bone only has 1 name
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31. Trapezium
Another name for Trapezium is Greater Multangular
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32. Trapezoid
Another name for Trapezoid is Lesser Multangular
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33. Capitate
Another name for Capitate is Os Magnum
This is the largest carpal bone
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34. Hamate
Another name for Hamate is Unciform
This bone is noted to have the hook of the hamulus.
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35. Radial Styloid Process
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37. It is of the utmost importance to perform high quality x-rays for the radiologist to make a
proper diagnosis and to ensure that the best patient care is given.
Lesson 5 of 10
Jodi Eick
High Quality X-Ray Images - Learn

38.                      High quality x-ray
   Image of a High Quality PA Hand X-Ray

39. This is an example of a high quality PA hand/wrist x-ray. A radiologic technologist can visualize
all hand and wrist anatomy, which ensures that the radiologist can make a proper diagnosis for
the patient.
                          Fracture of the 5th metacarpal  
This x-ray shows a fracture in the 5th metacarpal. This is why it is important to know the
anatomy, so you know exactly where the fracture is located.

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41. Separating the hand and wrist
Please sort each term into either the hand or wrist category. Drag and drop the term to the
correctly labeled box.
Hand Anatomy
Lesson 6 of 10
Jodi Eick
Drop and Drag Anatomy - Practice
Metacarpals Distal Phalanx
Proximal Phalanx Phalanges

42. Wrist Anatomy
Sesamoid Bone Distal intephalangeal joint
Interphalangeal joint Metacarpal Phalangeal joint
Proximal Interphalangeal
joint
Middle Phalanx
Carpal Bones Navicular

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Semilinar Capitate
Hamate Pisiform
triquetral Greater Multangular
Lesser Multangular Carpo Metacarpal joint

44. Carpal Flashcards
Please review the flashcards to learn and memorize all the names of the carpal bones. Carpel
bones mostly have more than 1 name assocciated with them. Look at the flashcard and then
click to flip at the bottom of the card to view the back of the card with the addtional name of the
carpal bone.
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Lesson 7 of 10
Jodi Eick
Carpals -It's all in the Wrist - Practice
ScaphoidNavicular

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3 of 8
Semi lunar
Pisiform has no other name
Unciform
Lunate
Pisiform
Hamate

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5 of 8
Os Magnum
Trapezoid
Capitate
Lesser Multangular

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Trapezium
Triangular, Triquetral, or
cuniform
Greater Multangular
Triquetrium

49. Student will need to score an 80% or above on the
anatomy quizlet as a knowledge assessment for
radiology and the anatomy of the hand and wrist.
                                  Anatomy Quizlet
Take the quizlet below to check your wrist and hand anatomy knowledge. Good luck!
Lesson 8 of 10
Jodi Eick
Anatomy Quizlet- Check your knowledge -
Assessment
Match the carpal bones to their other name. Drag the name on the left to
the correct name on the right.
Navicular
Lunate
Scaphoid
Semi-lunar

50. SUBMIT

Hamate
Capitate
Greater Multangular
Trapazoid
Triangular
Unciform
Os Magnum
Trapizum
Lesser Multangular
Cuniform
What are the bones in the wrist called?
Metacarpals
Phalanges

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There are __ bones that make up the wrist.
There are 5 bones in the palm of the hand called
Carpals
Eight (8)
Ten (10)
Twelve (12)

52. SUBMIT

Which joints are assosicated with the hand anatomy. Can be more than
one answer.
Metatarsals
Metacarpals
Phalanges
Interphalangeal joint
Carpometacarpal joint
Distal Interphalangeal joint
Proximal Interphalangeal joint

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The fracture is seen in the 
Type your answer here
Radiocarpal joint

54. SUBMIT
The top row of carpal bones is considered to be
Distal 
Proximal
Interphalangeal

55. SUBMIT

The thumb has _____ phalanges
What are the two (2) bones that are proximal to the carpal bones
Three (3)
One (1)
Two (2)

56. SUBMIT

Radius
Metacarpals
Carpals
Ulna

57. SUBMIT

Would you consider this a high quality x-ray of the hand?
Type your answer here
Does this patient have a fracture and if so where is the fracture located?

58. SUBMIT

Type your answer here
Please state why it is important to have a high-quality x-ray for a
radiologist to read?

59. SUBMIT

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Type your answer here

60. Additional information to view on your own
Here is some useful information for you to view if interested:
1. https://youtu.be/1a7mKtn6CZc
2. https://www.ypo.education/orthopaedics/hand-wrist/metacarpal-fractures-t173/video/
3. https://youtu.be/dt_mLUNDbUs
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Links to additional information - Additional
knowledge

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Thanks for taking the course

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Summary
You have reached the end of the course and there are some take
aways listed below that will help you in your future classes and
career in radiology.
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I hope you enjoyed the course and gained
knowledge of the wrist and hand
anatomy.
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Good luck in your future courses!
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66. Just a few take-aways!
                   Anatomy the heart of radiology
You have completed this eLearning course. You are on your way to
becoming a great radiologic technologist. Keep on learning and
Always remember that it is important to know and remember the antomy when
becoming a radiologic technologist.
It is important to make sure all anatomy is visualized well on the radiograph for
proper reading and diagnosis.
Always make sure to take high quality radiographs to show all anatomy well and to
ensure great patient care.

67. studying!