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Which type of bone is classified as a short bone?
Which type of bone is classified as a short bone?
What is the primary function of the skeletal system related to movement?
What is the primary function of the skeletal system related to movement?
Which of the following terms pertains to a condition involving the softening of cartilage?
Which of the following terms pertains to a condition involving the softening of cartilage?
What distinguishes the axial skeleton from the appendicular skeleton?
What distinguishes the axial skeleton from the appendicular skeleton?
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Which medical term describes inflammation of a joint?
Which medical term describes inflammation of a joint?
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The definition of kyphosis is best described as:
The definition of kyphosis is best described as:
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Which bones are regarded as flat bones?
Which bones are regarded as flat bones?
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Which medical term indicates pain in the chest?
Which medical term indicates pain in the chest?
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Which of the following statements regarding irregular bones is incorrect?
Which of the following statements regarding irregular bones is incorrect?
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What does the root 'spondyl' refer to in medical terminology?
What does the root 'spondyl' refer to in medical terminology?
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What is the primary procedure involved in arthrocentesis?
What is the primary procedure involved in arthrocentesis?
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Which medical term describes the abnormal softening of cartilage?
Which medical term describes the abnormal softening of cartilage?
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What condition is associated with inflammation of synovial fluid?
What condition is associated with inflammation of synovial fluid?
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What does the term 'hemarthrosis' imply?
What does the term 'hemarthrosis' imply?
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Which term specifically indicates the presence of a disease related to vertebrae?
Which term specifically indicates the presence of a disease related to vertebrae?
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What does 'costochondritis' refer to?
What does 'costochondritis' refer to?
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What does the suffix '-itis' indicate in medical terminology?
What does the suffix '-itis' indicate in medical terminology?
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Which term best describes an abnormal hardening condition affecting the joint?
Which term best describes an abnormal hardening condition affecting the joint?
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course: Medical Terminology
- Instructor: Dr. Nisreen Abbas
- University: May University in Cairo
- Course code: BAS 106
Lecture 5: Musculoskeletal System
- Lecture title: Musculoskeletal System
- Key muscles: Pectoral, Biceps, Abdominals, Quadriceps, Triceps, Trapezius, Deltoid, Hamstrings
Function of the Skeletal System
- Framework of the body
- Protection of internal organs
- Storage of minerals
- Allows movement
- Axial skeleton: skull, spinal column, ribs, sternum
- Appendicular skeleton: bones of upper and lower limbs, pectoral girdle, pelvic girdle
Bone Types
- Short bones: Examples include bones of the ankles, wrists, and toes.
- Long bones: Examples include bones of the legs, arms, and fingers.
- Irregular bones: Examples include vertebrae and bones of the middle ear.
- Flat bones: Examples include bones of the skull, shoulder blades, and sternum.
Medical Terms Related to the Skeletal System
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Prefixes and Meanings:
- a-: Without/not
- dys-: Bad, painful/difficult
- sub-: Under, below
- supra-: Above, excessive/superior
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Medical terms:
- Ankylosis: Abnormal condition of stiffness
- Arthritis: Inflammation of a joint
- Osteoarthritis: Inflammation of joints and bones
- Costochondral: Rib and its cartilage
- Myelocyte: Bone marrow cell
- Osteoma: Tumor of bone
- Chondromalacia: Softening of cartilage
- Thoracodynia: Pain in the chest
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Additional Medical terms:
- Kyphosis: Abnormal condition of a humpback posture
- Lordosis: Abnormal condition of a swayback posture
- Scoliosis: Abnormal bending of the spine
- Osteoma: Tumor composed of bone
- Cervical/o/dynia: Pain in the neck
- Femoral: Pertaining to the femur
- Humeroscapular: Relating to the humerus and scapula
- Metacarpectomy: Excision of metacarpal bone(s)
- Spondyloitis: Inflammation of the vertebrae
- Muscle/ar: Pertaining to muscles
- Myoma: Tumor of muscle
- Chondritis: Inflammation of cartilage
- Fascioplasty: Surgical repair of fascia
- Fibroma: Tumor of fibrous tissue
- Synovectomy: Removal of a synovial membrane
- Tendinitis: Inflammation of tendon
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Additional terms:
- Hemarthrosis: Bleeding into joint spaces (Hem-blood, Arthr-joint, -osis-abnormal state)
- Arthrocentesis: Puncture of joint space to remove accumulated fluid
- Osteomyelitis: Infection of bone and bone marrow.
- Arthroscopy: Visual examination of the joint
Body Movements caused by Muscle Action
- Pronation
- Supination
- Eversion
- Inversion
- Dorsiflexion
- Plantar Flexion
Other Medical Terms
- Osteoarthritis: Disease of the joints
- Spondylosis: Disease of the spine.
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This quiz covers the key concepts of Lecture 5 focusing on the musculoskeletal system. It includes information on major muscle groups, the functions of the skeletal system, various bone types, and important medical terminology related to this topic. Perfect for students in Dr. Nisreen Abbas's Medical Terminology course at May University.
