b Flashcards
1
Q
Red marrow functions in the formation of…
A
all
2
Q
What is the long part or shaft of a bone?
A
diaphysis
3
Q
What is the general term for bone cell?
A
osteocyte
4
Q
The function of the periosteum is
A
encase the bone
5
Q
Red bone marrow can produce
A
all
6
Q
Yellow marrow can store
A
fat
7
Q
What part of the bone do the blood vessels and nerves extend through?
A
osteonic canal
8
Q
What is an exaggerated lumbar curve?
A
lordosis
9
Q
Osteoclasts
A
clean up the calcified matrix
10
Q
Osteoblasts
A
create new bone
11
Q
A woman deficient in Calcium, would be at risk for?
A
osteoporosis
12
Q
When a bone is fractured, first:
A
a blood clot forms
13
Q
What is the reason for obtaining a bone marrow sample?
A
all
14
Q
What is the most common site for a bone marrow aspiration?
A
iliac crest
15
Q
What part of the bone is mainly compact bone?
A
diaphysis
