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
What is an incomplete fracture?
partially broken
What is an open fracture/compound fracture?
skin is broken, and bone fragments or edges may be angled and protrude out of the skin
What is a closed fracture?
skin is intact
What is an impacted fracture?
one end of the bone is forced into the adjacent bone
What is a pathologic fracture?
results from a weakness in the bone structure secondary to other conditions
What is a stress fracture?
occurs from repeated excessive stress
What is a depressed fracture?
occurs in the skull
What is the process of a fracture healing?
- Hematoma forms.
- Necrosis of the broken bone ends occurs.
- Fibroblasts invade the clot within a few days.
- Fibroblasts secrete collagen fibers, which form a mass of cells and fibers called a callus.
- Callus bridges the broken bone ends together inside and outside over 2–6 weeks.
- Osteoblasts invade the callus and slowly convert it to bone in from 3 weeks to several months (usually 4–6 weeks).
What complications could occur after a fracture?
Problems with bone union may occur due to nutrition, blood supply, misalignment, and weight bearing.
What is compartment syndrome?
a serious condition that results from increased pressure in a compartment, usually the muscle fascia in the case of fractures
What is the pathogenesis of compartment syndrome?
Increased pressure within a fascial compartment of the lower extremities or the forearm.
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Compression of nerves and blood vessels
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Nerve damage, loss of motor function and tissue ischemia
What is fat embolism?
fat enters the bloodstream, usually after a long bone fracture
What is osteomyelitis?
infection of the bone tissue
can take months to resolve
What is the etiology of osteomyelitis?
Direct extension from an open wound or fracture
Seeding from the blood
What is Staphylococcus aureus?
the common causative agent of osetomyelitis
What is osteonecrosis/avascular necrosis?
death of bone tissue due to a loss of blood supply
What are the manifestations of fractures?
- deformity
- swelling and tenderness at the site
- inability to move the affected limb
- pain
What is a dislocation?
Separation of two bones at a joint
What are the causes of a dislocation?
sudden impact to the joint, congenital conditions, and pathologic states
What are the manifestations of a dislocation?
- Out-of-place joint
- Limited movement
- Swelling or bruising
- Intense pain
What is a sprain?
Injury to a ligament that often involves stretching or tearing of the ligament
What are the causes of a sprain?
forcing a joint into an unnatural position (e.g., twisting one’s ankle)
Where are sprains most common?
Most common in the ankle and knee
What are the manifestations of a sprain?
edema, pain, bleeding, joint stiffness
What is a strain?
Injury to a muscle or tendon that often involves stretching or tearing of the muscle or tendon.