Exam 38: Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

What does the term "sarcopenia" describe?

Hydroxyapatite found in bone matrix contains a combination of which molecules in its crystalline structure?

What is the major difference between compact and spongy bone?

Once their initial function is complete, what do osteoblasts become?

What is the main energy source or fuel for skeletal muscle contraction?

The structure of the contractile subunit of the myofibril is called the:

The skeletal muscles are encased in a connective tissue framework made of:

When describing a freely movable joint, which term should be used?

Between which structures will you find a joint that contains synchondrosis costal cartilage?

Which molecules are parts of the bone matrix? (select all that apply)

During which stage of muscle contraction does actin bind to myosin?

Which layer forms the fascicles in skeletal muscle?

Which ions directly control the contraction of muscles?

After puberty, the epiphyseal plate calcifies, and the epiphysis and _____ merge.

What term identifies a muscle acting as a contraction's prime mover?

Which characteristic of a postural muscle is a result of having substantial amounts of type I muscle fibers?

The structures present in compact bone include the: (select all that apply)

The shapes that represent bone classifications include: (select all that apply)

Which terms are used to describe skeletal muscle? (select all that apply)

The nurse observed the patient's muscle contracted, but the limb did not move.How should the nurse chart this muscle contraction?