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What are the signs a person has a broken bone?
What are the signs a person has a broken bone?
Pain, swelling, bruising, deformity, and loss of function.
What are the causes of a broken bone?
What are the causes of a broken bone?
Falls, car accidents, sports injuries, and overuse.
What kind of treatment is needed for a broken bone?
What kind of treatment is needed for a broken bone?
Immobilization, setting, surgery, and physical therapy.
The body's natural defense against disease is called the ______
The body's natural defense against disease is called the ______
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Acquired immunity is a type of immunity you are born with.
Acquired immunity is a type of immunity you are born with.
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Antigens are substances that trigger an immune response.
Antigens are substances that trigger an immune response.
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What are the types of immune responses?
What are the types of immune responses?
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Flashcards
Myalgia
Myalgia
Muscle pain due to injury, infections, or medications.
Causes of Myalgia
Causes of Myalgia
Traumatic injury, viral infections, overstretching, and medications.
Treatment for Myalgia
Treatment for Myalgia
Includes massage, hot or cold therapy, and medications.
Shin Splint
Shin Splint
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Cause of Shin Splint
Cause of Shin Splint
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Shin Splint Treatment
Shin Splint Treatment
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Repetitive Stress Disorder
Repetitive Stress Disorder
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Signs of Repetitive Stress Disorder
Signs of Repetitive Stress Disorder
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Treatment for Repetitive Stress Disorder
Treatment for Repetitive Stress Disorder
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Immune System Function
Immune System Function
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Study Notes
Myalgia
- Muscle pain, often caused by trauma, viral infections, overexertion, or medications.
- Management includes massage, heat/cold therapy, and medications.
- Symptoms guide treatment decisions
Shin Splints
- Pain and swelling in the lower leg, typically from repeated stress on the tibia and surrounding connective tissues.
- Physical examination reveals the affected area.
- RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation) is a common early approach.
Repetitive Stress Disorders
- Symptoms include pain, tingling, swelling, redness, and muscle weakness.
- Stem from repetitive tasks or forceful exertions.
- Diagnosis involves physical exams and patient histories.
- Anti-inflammatory medication is often prescribed, surgery may be necessary in late stages.
Immune and Lymphatic System
- Lymph nodes (in neck, armpits, and groin) store lymphocytes, which are crucial for immunity.
- Lymph nodes function in an essential role to create immunity.
- Antigens are foreign substances that trigger illness.
- Antibodies are proteins created by the body in response to antigens.
Acquired Immunity
- Natural immunity occurs when the body naturally produces antibodies.
- Vaccination, or artificial, immunity involves introducing antigens to stimulate antibody production.
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Description
Test your knowledge on muscle pain management, shin splints, and repetitive stress disorders. This quiz also covers the immune and lymphatic system's role in immunity. Explore symptoms, treatments, and the importance of lymph nodes in health.
