Chapter 12 Flashcards
What could alterations in musculoskeletal conditions result in?
- Impaired mobility
- Chronic pain
- Risk for injury
- Inability to take care of self
What does an increase in muscle size reflect?
increases in individual muscle fibers rather than a greater number of fibers.
What happens when muscles work harder?
they respond by becoming larger and stronger from an increase in contractile protein inside the muscle fiber.
What is kyphosis?
Increase in the curvature of the thoracic spine outward
When does kyphosis develop?
Can develop during the adolescent growth spurts because of poor posture or secondary to osteoporosis
What does kyphosis do to lungs?
Can impair lung expansion and ventilation
What is lordosis?
Exaggerated concave of the lumbar spine.
When does lordosis develop?
Can develop during adolescent growth spurts or because of poor posture.
What can increase the risk of lordosis?
obesity
What is scoliosis?
Lateral deviation of the spine that may affect the thoracic or lumbar area or both.
May also include a rotation of the vertebrae.
Who is scoliosis more common in?
More common in females.
What are the manifestations of scoliosis?
- Vary depending on the degree of curvature and are exaggerated when an affected person bends over
- Include asymmetrical hip and shoulder alignment, asymmetrical thoracic cage, asymmetrical gait, back pain or discomfort, fatigue, and indications of respiratory compromise
What is a fracture?
A break in the rigid structure of the bone
Is a fracture the most or least common?
Most common traumatic musculoskeletal disorder
What are the causes of a fracture?
falls, motor vehicle accidents, sports-related injuries, and conditions that weaken the bone
What is a simple fracture?
a single break with bone ends maintaining their alignment and position
What is a transverse fracture?
straight across the bone shaft
What is an oblique fracture?
at an angle to the bone shaft
What is a spiral fracture?
twists around the bone shaft
What is a comminuted fracture?
multiple fracture lines and bone pieces
What is a greenstick fracture?
an incomplete break in which the bone is bent and only the outer curve of the bend is broken
Who does greenstick fractures commonly occur with?
Commonly occurs in children because of minimal calcification, and often heals quickly
What is a compression fracture?
bone is crushed or collapses into small pieces
What is a complete fracture?
broken into two or more separate pieces