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Nursing 306:Exam 1,
Musculoskeletal
System exam
questions and
answers alteady
graded A+
muscle
skeletal, voluntary control connected by tendon to bone
Cartilage
specialized forms of connective tissue allows bone to slide, reduces
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Fibrous, Cartilaginous and Synovial Joints
places of union of two or more bones
Ligaments
fibrous bands from one bone to another that strengthen the joint, prevent
unwanted movement
Bursae
enclosed fluid filled sac, serves as a cushion, reduces friction
Meniscus
cartilage disc between bones to cushion joints and absorbs shock
Fascia
flat sheets that line and protect muscle fibers, attach muscle to bone and
provides structure for nerves, blood vessels and lymphatics
Joints
Mobility to skeleton
types: fibrous, cartilaginous, and synovial joints
Fibrous Joints
bones united by tissue or cartilage, do not move (sutures in skull)
Cartilaginous Joints
separated cartilage, are slightly moveable (vertebrae)
Synovial Joints (Diarthotic)
- freely moveable joints
- enclosed in a cavity with synovial membrane and fluid
- surrounded by ligaments
- bursae located in areas of potential friction to facilitate movement of
muscles and tendons
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