The point where the parieto mastoid , occipito mastoid , and lambdoid sutures meet is_______________?
Correct answer: C. Asterion
- A. Pterion
- B. Obelion
- C. Asterion
- D. Bregma
Explanation
The asterion is the palpable junction of the parietomastoid, occipitomastoid and lambdoid sutures. The pterion and bregma are anterior landmarks, while the obelion lies along the sagittal suture.
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