CH 9: Vocab

Question 1

The primary protein of connective tissue in the human body

Answer 1

Collagen

Question 2

There are 25 different forms and types

Answer 2

Colalgen

Question 3

A form of rehabilitation that is typically instituted immediately after surgery when there is anticipation that a joint restriction may occur

Answer 3

Continuous passive motion (CPM)

Question 4

A form of treatment using a device which gently moves the joint through a controlled range of motion decided on by the physician in charge of the patient’s care

Answer 4

Continuous passive motion (CPM)

Question 5

An attempt to render a joint in a fixed position

Answer 5

Immobilization

Question 6

Is used in rehabilitation to decrease stressful activity to a joint that is inherently unstable; prescribed for as short a duration as possible because complications can results from extended use

Answer 6

Immobilization

Question 7

Dense connective tissue

Answer 7

Ligament

Question 8

A physiologic reaction to injury and tissue damage

Answer 8

Inflammatory reaction

Question 9

The main functions are to defend the body against harmful destruction, dispose of dead tissues, and promote healing of injured tissues

Answer 9

Inflammatory reaction

Question 10

An injury to a ligament or capsular structure

Answer 10

Sprain

Question 11

What type of sprain indicates minimal damage to tissue?

Answer 11

Type I

Question 12

What type of sprain indicates complete rupture of the ligament or capsule?

Answer 12

Type III