Which of the following terms refers to a condition in which bones become brittle, losing their density and mass?     Osteomyelitis     Osteoporosis     Osteomalacia     Osteoarthritis       Question 2   A patient is concerned over symptoms that have become chronic. The physician diagnoses her with scoliosis. Which of […]

Lexi is curious as to how we form various bones in our body, and she is surprised to find out that some bones formed from cartilage transformation. Which of the following bones are not formed from this process?     bones at the base of the skull     clavicles in the shoulder     […]

There are two divisions in the skeletal system: the appendicular skeleton and axial skeleton. Both work together seamlessly to support and protect the body in various ways.   The appendicular skeleton. These bones include those in the shoulders, the upper and lower limbs, and the pelvic girdle.   Shoulders. The scapulas and clavicles are the […]

When it comes to the skeletal system, there are many different terms for all the muscles. The name of each muscle is determined by multiple factors, including location, shape, and function.   Location. Muscles can be named based on where they are located within the body. The abdominal muscles, for example, are found in the […]

The human skeletal system is an intricate puzzle, consisting of 206 bones. The skeletal system does more than merely give the body its shape—which alone is an impressive function. With the help of connective cartilage, tendons, and ligaments, the skeletal system also allows movement, protects vital organs and tissue, assists in producing blood cells, stores […]

The skeletal system’s functions can easily be observed just by studying a person. It’s not difficult to tell when a person’s skeletal system is functioning as it should, or when it’s injured or not functioning at its prime condition.   The skeletal system is responsible for many important functions, such as supporting the weight and […]

Aging of the Musculoskeletal System     Learning Objective Covered   LO 03.02 – Describe the impact of aging on the musculoskeletal system                        Career Relevancy   As a person ages, there are many things that begin to wear down in the body, causing a variety […]

Describe the process of muscle contractions (movement or function)   Career Relevancy   As a Medical Assistant, your job is to advocate for your patients and educate them. To do so, you must understand how muscles contract. Understanding the basic movements and functions of the muscles is required to confidently treat your patients. This will […]

A 28-year-old woman presents to the clinic with symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI) for the fourth time in 5 months. The woman describes urinary frequency and dysuria. The woman denies blood in the urine or a foul smell to the urine. A clean catch urine specimen demonstrates cloudiness, alkaline pH, increased nitrites, and […]

A 47-year-old man presents with “extreme” pain in his right large toe. The man is overweight and has consumed 12 to 16 beers daily for at least 15 years. His medical history includes hyperlipidemia and a history of gall bladder disease but is otherwise unremarkable. Today’s vital signs include blood pressure 180/96, heart rate 89, […]