Exam 7: Diseases and Conditions of the Musculoskeletal System

Overuse and overpronation are the most common factors that predispose an individual to shin splints.

_____ is an injury that is the result of overuse, overstretching, or forcible stretching of a muscle beyond its functional capacity. It sometimes involves a tendon or ligament.

Which of the following statements is true about Lyme disease?

A lateral curvature of the spine is known as

Which of the following is true about bursitis?

A bunion is also called hallux valgus.

When it is necessary for a patient with osteoarthritis to use a cane to lessen the strain on a joint, always examine cane tips to be certain that they are not dangerously worn.

A degenerative disorder of the metatarsal-phalangeal joint of the great toe is called

A patient reporting bone pain, with or without local swelling, and systemic symptoms

Muscles are classified as either voluntary or involuntary.

A bone tumor weakens the bone and makes it more susceptible to fracture when subjected to the slightest strain. This is called

_____ is a surgical procedure necessary because of peripheral vascular disease and consequent gangrene. Trauma, malignancy, or congenital defects are additional reasons.

An infection in a bone, which can lead to an abscess formation and sequestrum if not properly cared for, is called

Inflammation of the joints caused by excessive uric acid levels in the blood and joints is

Chronic, progressive, inflammatory disease of bones and joints caused by degenerative changes in the cartilage is called

An inflammatory response at the heel bone, which is a common problem in individuals active in sports and especially in runners, is

A bone that is normally in contact with a joint but becomes separated from that joint causing loss of joint function is a

A tick-carried bacterium causes _____, which is characterized by symptoms of arthritis, malaise, myalgia, and neurologic and cardiovascular signs.

A strong, tough strand or cord of dense connective tissue that serves as attachment for muscle to bone is

_____ is an injury to the shoulder muscles and is usually the result of acute trauma or degenerative changes. It leaves the individual unable to abduct his or her arm.