lesson 8.1 anatomy and physiology of the skeletal system Flashcards
this sound can occur when bones rub against each other
crepitus
a patient who has had an amputation
amputee
caused by an abnormality in the fetus as it develops or caused by abnormal process that occurs during gestation or birth
congenital
situated or extending across something
transverse
how well or how little a person can move a specific body part
range of motion
improper alignment of structures such as bones
malalignment
a physician who specializes in treating inflammatory and degenerative diseases of the joints
rheumatologist
the act of walking or moving from place to place
ambulation
not able to walk
non-ambulatory
restriction of movement of a limb or patient to promote healing
immobilization
AKA
Above the Knee Amputation
BKA
Below the Knee Amputation
CA
calcium
Fx
Fracture
LLE
Left Lower Extremity