The Olecranon Process is Most Associated with Which Joint

Question

The olecranon process is most associated with which joint?
A) Glenohumeral
B) Humeroulnar
C) Radiocarpal
D) Acromioclavicular

Accepted Answer

The olecranon process is a bony prominence of the ulna that forms the bony point of the elbow joint, which is the humeroulnar joint. A) Glenohumeral joint involves the articulation of the humerus with the glenoid cavity of the scapula. C) Radiocarpal joint is the wrist joint formed by the articulation of the distal radius and the carpal bones. D) Acromioclavicular joint is formed by the articulation of the acromion of the scapula and the clavicle.