Question 1

An abnormal condition of stiffness, causing the footplate of the stapes to become fixed resulting in conductive hearing loss is called stapedial

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Stapedial ankylosis is a condition where the footplate of the stapes becomes fixed and immobile. This can result in conductive hearing loss. Lordosis and kyphosis are conditions that affect the spine, and arthritis is a general term for joint inflammation. None of these conditions are related to the stapes or hearing loss.

Question 2

A term that references two lower arm bones is

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The two lower arm bones are the ulna and the radius, so "ulnoradial" is the term that references both of them. Suprascapular, substernal, and clavicular do not relate to the two lower arm bones.

Question 3

The term that means a system of treatment that consists of manipulation of the vertebral column is

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The system of treatment that consists of manipulation of the vertebral column is chiropractic. Orthotics is the design, manufacture, and application of orthoses, which are devices used to support, align, prevent or correct deformities, or to improve the function of movable parts of the body. Orthopedics is the branch of medicine dealing with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles. Osteopathy is a system of complementary medicine involving the treatment of medical disorders through the manipulation and massage of the bones, joints, and muscles.

Question 4

The physician's assistant, during a routine physical examination, recorded on the patient's medical record "crepitus of the right knee." She observed

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Crepitus refers to a crunching or grating sound that can be heard or felt when moving a joint, such as the knee. The physician's assistant recorded this finding in the patient's medical record, indicating the presence of crepitus in the right knee. No information was provided regarding stiffness, pain, or weakness, so these choices cannot be selected as the best answer.

Question 5

The patient is scheduled in surgery for a THA.She is having surgery on her

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THA stands for Total Hip Arthroplasty, which is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged or diseased hip joint with an artificial joint. Therefore, the correct choice is C.

Question 6

Because of the patient's open fracture, she had contracted inflammation of the bone and bone marrow or

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An open fracture refers to a broken bone that has penetrated the skin. This can increase the risk of infection, which can lead to inflammation of the bone and bone marrow, known as osteomyelitis. Osteochondritis refers to inflammation of the bone and cartilage, osteonecrosis refers to death of bone tissue, and osteomalacia refers to softening of the bones due to a deficiency in vitamin D or calcium.

Question 7

A type of bone cell that works in balance with osteoblasts to maintain healthy bone tissue is

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Osteoclasts are bone cells that work in balance with osteoblasts to maintain healthy bone tissue. Osteoblasts are responsible for building new bone tissue, while osteoclasts are responsible for breaking down old or damaged bone tissue. This process of bone remodeling allows for the continuous renewal and maintenance of bone tissue throughout life.

Question 8

A record of the electrical activity in a (skeletal) muscle is abbreviated as

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EMG stands for electromyography, which is a record of the electrical activity in a skeletal muscle. A is incorrect because CTS typically stands for carpal tunnel syndrome. B is incorrect because RA typically stands for rheumatoid arthritis. D is incorrect because MG typically stands for myasthenia gravis.

Question 9

The physician, after hearing the patient's complaints of widespread pain and stiffness, fatigue, and inability to get a good night's sleep, suspected that the pain involved the fibrous tissues and muscles and that the patient had

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The symptoms described in the case, such as widespread pain and stiffness, fatigue, and difficulty sleeping, are consistent with fibromyalgia, a condition characterized by chronic pain in the muscles and fibrous tissues. Osteomalacia is a condition that involves the softening of bones due to a lack of vitamin D, cranioschisis is a congenital birth defect that involves the incomplete formation of the skull, and tenosynovitis is inflammation of the tendon sheath. None of these conditions are likely explanations for the patient's symptoms.

Question 10

Match between columns
                        Premises: movement, motion
rib
loin, lumbar region of the spine
ischium
between
break
ulna
split, fissure
weakness
hump (increased convexity of the spine)
above
joint

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

A muscle biopsy and electromyography confirmed the patient's diagnosis as a group of hereditary diseases characterized by degeneration of muscle and weakness or

Accepted Answer

The combination of muscle biopsy and electromyography are typically used to diagnose muscular dystrophy, a group of hereditary diseases characterized by muscle degeneration and weakness. Ankylosing spondylitis, myasthenia gravis, and rheumatoid arthritis may have overlapping symptoms, but they are not specifically characterized by muscle degeneration and weakness.

Question 12

A vitamin D deficiency in adults may cause the softening of bone or

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A vitamin D deficiency in adults can cause osteomalacia, which is a condition where the bones become soft and weak. Osteomyelitis is a bone infection, rachischisis is a birth defect where the spinal cord doesn't develop properly, and scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves to the side.

Question 13

To assist in the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis, the doctor may use a procedure involving a surgical puncture to aspirate fluid from a joint called an

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Arthrocentesis involves the surgical puncture of a joint to aspirate fluid. This can be used as a diagnostic tool for rheumatoid arthritis, as well as other joint conditions. Arthroclasis refers to the surgical breaking of an adhesion or joint contracture, while arthrodesis is the surgical fusion of a joint, and arthroplasty is the surgical reconstruction or replacement of a joint.

Question 14

The term symphysis is defined as

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Question 15

The elderly patient was diagnosed as having an abnormal reduction of connective tissue (loss of skeletal muscle mass) or

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Sarcopenia refers to the loss of skeletal muscle mass and function as a natural part of aging. Rhabdomyolysis is a serious medical condition in which muscle tissue breaks down rapidly and chondromalacia is a condition that affects the cartilage in joints. Osteosarcoma is a rare form of bone cancer that is typically found in young people.

Question 16

The abbreviation for the first vertebra in the neck is

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The abbreviation for the first vertebra in the neck is C1, also known as the atlas vertebra. T1 refers to the first thoracic vertebra, L1 refers to the first lumbar vertebra, and CTS stands for carpal tunnel syndrome, which is not related to the neck vertebrae.

Question 17

A specialist who treats and diagnoses foot diseases and disorders, such as corns and ingrown toenails, is a(n)

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A podiatrist is a specialist who treats and diagnoses foot diseases and disorders, such as corns and ingrown toenails. Orthopedics deals with the skeletal system, including bones, joints, and muscles. An orthopedist is a medical doctor who specializes in treating conditions of the musculoskeletal system. An orthotist is a health professional who designs, fabricates, and fits orthopedic braces and other devices to support or correct musculoskeletal deformities.

Question 18

A physician who specializes in the study and treatment of diseases and abnormalities of the musculoskeletal system is a(n)

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An orthopedist is a physician who specializes in the treatment of diseases and abnormalities of the musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Chiropractors focus on the manipulation of the spine to alleviate pain, while osteopaths take a more holistic approach to healthcare that incorporates manipulative techniques in addition to traditional medical treatments. A chiropodist, also known as a podiatrist, specializes in the treatment of conditions affecting the feet and ankles.

Question 19

A physician who specializes in the study and treatment of rheumatic diseases is

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A physician who specializes in the study and treatment of rheumatic diseases is a rheumatologist. Choice A refers to the field of study, not the specific physician. Choice B is a healthcare professional who focuses on spinal manipulation and other non-surgical treatments of musculoskeletal problems, but does not specialize in rheumatic diseases. Choice D is a healthcare professional who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle conditions, but does not specialize in rheumatic diseases.

Question 20

The meaning of the medical term hyperkinesia is _____ movement.

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Quiz 14: Musculoskeletal System