The nurse is assessing a patient who sprained his ankle playing soccer.The nurse explains that the fibrous bands which usually connect the medial and lateral malleolus and strengthen that joint have been stretched beyond their limits.The nurse identifies these bands as:
A) Bursa
B) Tendons
C) Cartilage
D) Ligaments
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