Human Anatomy & Physiology (2nd Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134553511
Author: Erin C. Amerman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8, Problem 4CYR
In general, when mobility of a joint _____, its stability______.
a. increases; increases
b. decreases; decreases
c. increases; remains unchanged
d. increases; decreases
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In general, when mobility of a joint ________, its stability ________.a. increases; increasesb. decreases; decreasesc. increases; remains unchangedd. increases; decreases
1. It is the maximum amount of movement available at a joint in one of the three planes of the body.
any.
A. Mobility
B. Range of motion
C. Gait
D. Exercise and activity
Rationale:
2. What type of joint is fits this description oval head of one bone fits into a shallow cavity of another bone;
flexion-extension and abduction-adduction can occur?
A. Ball-and-socket
B. Condyloid
C. Gliding
D. Hinge
Rationale:
3. Which of the following does NOT describe adduction?
A. Move leg laterally away from body.
B. Lower arm sideways and across body as far as possible.
C. Place hand with palm down and extend wrist medially toward thumb.
D. Move leg back toward medial position and beyond if possible.
Rationale:
4. What should be assessed when planning patient activities such as walking, ROM exercises or ADLS?
A. Exercise
B. Activity tolerance
C. Activity intolerance
D. Disability
Rationale:
5. If a patient is observed laterally while standing, how should the spinal curves be aligned?
A. Aligned…
Compared to osteoarthritis, joints with rheumatoid arthritis have
A. synovial fluid that is thick & milky
B.
C.
synovial fluid is acellular and lacking proteins
synovial fluid contains normal electrolytes
D. synovial membrane is intact
E.
A, B and C
F.
A and C
Chapter 8 Solutions
Human Anatomy & Physiology (2nd Edition)
Ch. 8.1 - What are the main functions of joints?Ch. 8.1 - 2. How are joints classified functionally?
Ch. 8.1 - How are joints classified structurally?Ch. 8.2 - Prob. 1QCCh. 8.2 - Prob. 2QCCh. 8.2 - 3. What is a syndesmosis? Where are syndesmoses...Ch. 8.2 - What are the features of a synchondrosis?Ch. 8.2 - What are the general features of a symphysis, and...Ch. 8.3 - What are the layers of the articular capsule, and...Ch. 8.3 - What functions are served by synovial fluid?
Ch. 8.3 - 3. Which type of cartilage makes up articular...Ch. 8.3 - 4. Why do synovial joints require stabilization?
Ch. 8.3 - 5. What are the basic structural and functional...Ch. 8.3 - What is osteoarthritis, and in what age group...Ch. 8.4 - Compare and contrast: gliding and angular motions,...Ch. 8.5 - 1. Compare the six structural classes of synovial...Ch. 8.5 - Which type of synovial joint has the greatest...Ch. 8.5 - 3. What two joints form the elbow joint?
Ch. 8.5 - Describe four ligaments that stabilize the knee...Ch. 8.5 - Prob. 5QCCh. 8.5 - What features increase the stability of the...Ch. 8.5 - Which bones articulate to form the hip joint?Ch. 8.5 - 8. Why is the shoulder joint less stable than the...Ch. 8 - Which of the following is not a function of...Ch. 8 - 2. Which functional joint class includes freely...Ch. 8 - Identify each of the following joints as synovial,...Ch. 8 - In general, when mobility of a joint _____, its...Ch. 8 - 5. Mark the following statements as true or...Ch. 8 - Fill in the blanks: The articulating ends of bones...Ch. 8 - 7. What is/are the function(s) of synovial...Ch. 8 - 8. Which of the following correctly describes the...Ch. 8 - Bone movement at a joint is described around an...Ch. 8 - Match the following terms with the correct...Ch. 8 - Define each of the following movements or movement...Ch. 8 - Mark the following statements as true or false. If...Ch. 8 - 13. Which of the following best describes the...Ch. 8 - The structure that stabilizes the shoulder joint...Ch. 8 - 15. Which factors contribute to the stability of...Ch. 8 - 1. Explain how the structure of each of the...Ch. 8 - 2. The primary action of the biceps brachii...Ch. 8 - Some individuals have an abnormally small and...Ch. 8 - 1. Some health practitioners claim that the...Ch. 8 - 2. Lauren has hurt her knee playing soccer. She...Ch. 8 - When articular cartilage is damaged, often...
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