12 Questions
Which type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?
Diarthroses
What is the primary function of the synovial membrane in a synovial joint?
To produce synovial fluid
Which type of fracture involves the bone being broken into multiple fragments?
Comminuted fracture
What is the initial physiological response to a bone fracture?
Inflammatory response and hemostasis
Which type of fracture involves the skin being broken?
Open (compound) fracture
What is the term for a fracture that results from weakness in the bone, often occurring with little stress?
Pathologic fracture
Which of the following is the correct sequence of events during the healing process of a hematoma?
Fibrin network is formed, phagocytic cells remove debris, fibroblasts lay down new collagen fibers, chondroblasts form new cartilage
Which of the following statements about sprains, strains, and avulsions is correct?
A sprain is a tear in a ligament, a strain is a tear in a tendon, and an avulsion is a complete separation of a ligament or tendon from its bony attachment.
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing osteoporosis?
Excessive consumption of vitamin D supplements
Which of the following statements about the treatment of osteoporosis is correct?
Bisphosphonates are used to decrease bone resorption, while parathyroid hormone is used to increase bone formation.
Which of the following statements about rickets and osteomalacia is correct?
Rickets and osteomalacia are both caused by a deficiency of vitamin D and phosphates, leading to softening of the bones.
Which of the following is the correct sequence of events during the treatment of a fracture?
Closed reduction, open reduction, formation of procallus, remodeling of bone
Test your knowledge of the classification and structure of joints. Includes information on synarthroses, amphiarthroses, diarthroses (synovial), articular cartilage, synovial membrane, articular capsule, ligaments, and menisci.
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