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16 Cards in this Set
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Which body system performs the following functions: framework for the body, protection for internal structures, storage area for calcium, and produces blood cells? |
Skeletal |
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What is the term used for the ends of the long bones which contains the red bone marrow? |
Epiphysiswhat |
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What is the name of the bone that is at the tip of the sternum? This tip is vital in hand placement when performing CPR |
Xiphoid Process |
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Name the structure that js a connective tissue, cordlike extension from the muscle, which connects muscle to bone? |
Tendon |
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Moving a body part toward the midline |
Adduction |
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What is the condition called which results from a decrease in the amount of calcium stored in the bones? |
Osteoporosis |
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What are the hardest structures in the body, which are constructed primarily of calcium? |
Teeth |
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What is the disease that is a chronic condition where nerve impulses are not properly transmitted to the muscles? It is thought to be an autoimmune disease. |
Myasthenia Gravis |
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A progressive degenerative disease characterized by loss of muscle fibers. |
Muscular dystrophy |
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A medical disorder characterized by muscle pain, stiffness and fatigue |
Fibromyalgia |
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Inflammation of joints |
Arthritis |
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Break or crack in the bone |
Fracture |
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Name three functions of the skeletal system |
Movement, protection, mineral storage, support, production of blood cells |
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What is the medical term for inflammation of the bone? |
Osteomyelitis |
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What is the tough connective tissue membrane that covers the bone called? |
Periosteum |
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What is the longest and strongest bone of the body? |
Femur |
