Medical Quiz on Musculoskeletal Disorders

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Which of the following medical professionals would be most likely to diagnose and treat a patient with rheumatoid arthritis?

  • Cardiologist
  • Orthopedist
  • Physiatrist
  • Rheumatologist (correct)

Which of the following conditions is characterized by joint inflammation caused by an autoimmune response?

  • Rheumatoid arthritis (correct)
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Bursitis
  • Clubfoot

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of osteoarthritis?

  • Joint deformity (correct)
  • Joint swelling
  • Joint pain
  • Joint stiffness

What type of medical professional would be most likely to recommend physical therapy for a patient with a musculoskeletal injury?

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Which of the following conditions is a birth defect affecting the foot?

<p>Clubfoot (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bone type is characterized by a dense outer layer and a honeycombed inner structure, making it strong but also susceptible to breaks?

<p>Compact bone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of ossification, also known as osteogenesis, involves:

<p>The replacement of cartilage with bone tissue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the bone cell type responsible for removing bone tissue.

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Which of the following structures is responsible for producing blood cells in the body?

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What is the function of the articular cartilage found at the ends of long bones?

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Which of the following classifications includes bones like the femur and humerus?

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The skull, vertebral column, and thorax make up which division of the skeletal system?

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Which of the following vertebral divisions is located in the lower back?

<p>Lumbar (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following pairs correctly matches a type of fracture with its description?

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Which of the following diseases or disorders is NOT directly related to a deficiency in a specific vitamin?

<p>Lordosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of joint is characterized by limited movement, allowing only slight movement or flexibility?

<p>Amphiarthrosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a true rib?

<p>The 12th pair of ribs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of synovial joint allows for the widest range of motion?

<p>Ball-and-socket joint (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary curve in the vertebral column, present at birth?

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What type of joint is found at the elbow, allowing flexion and extension?

<p>Hinge joint (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms describes an abnormal sideways curve of the spine?

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Flashcards

Types of Curves

Coccygeal curves include primary and secondary, with secondary important for posture.

Types of Joints

Three types: Synarthrosis (little movement), Amphiarthrosis (limited movement), Diarthrosis (freely movable, e.g., ball-and-socket).

Range of Motion (ROM)

The total movement a joint can achieve through its full range.

Fracture vs. Dislocation

Fracture: breaking of bone; Dislocation: bone displacement from joint.

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Types of Fractures

Different fractures include Simple, Compound, Greenstick, Comminuted, and Colle's.

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Tendons vs. Ligaments

Tendons connect muscles to bones, ligaments connect bones to bones.

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True Ribs

The first 7 pairs of ribs that connect directly to the sternum.

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Osteoporosis

A condition that weakens bones due to loss of minerals over time.

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Clubfoot

A birth defect where the foot is twisted out of shape.

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Bursitis

Inflammation of a bursa, a small fluid-filled sac in joints.

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Rheumatoid arthritis

An autoimmune disease that causes joint inflammation and pain.

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Osteoarthritis

A degenerative joint disease caused by wear and tear on joints.

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Orthopedist

A specialist in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions.

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Functions of the Skeletal System

Support, protect organs, and produce blood cells.

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Most Abundant Mineral

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body.

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Ossification

The process of cartilage being replaced by bone.

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Osteoblasts

Immature cells that produce new bone.

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Types of Bone Marrow

Red marrow produces blood cells; yellow marrow stores energy.

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Divisions of the Skeletal System

Two main divisions: Axial and Appendicular.

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Long Bones

Examples include the femur, which is long and cylindrical.

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Cervical Spine

The uppermost part of the spinal column, C1-C7.

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