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Med-Surg II
Musculoskeletal System
6
Nursing
Professional
06/11/2011

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Term
How do your prevent orthopedic disabilities resulting from immobility?
Definition
Preservation of motion.
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Ossification
Definition
Replacement of cartilage by more solid bony tissue, is not completed throughout the body until age 20-25
Term
The three main functions of the musculoskeletal system:
Definition
Motion, support, and protection.
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What are the contributations to musculoskeletal problems?
Definition
Disease, trauma, malnutrition, & aging.
Term
What may happened in trauma?
Definition
bruising, strain, sprain, or fracture.
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What may poor nutrition deprive the body?
Definition
poor nutrition may deprive the body of sufficient calcium & phosphrous to build strong bones.
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