Module 1-14 Flashcards
1
Q
Nonsynovial Joints
A
Unlubricated joints
skull
vertebea
2
Q
Synovial Joints
A
Lubricated joints knees elbows shoulders wrists ankles
3
Q
Cartilage
A
Stable connective tissue
nourished from the synovial fluid
4
Q
Ligaments
A
- fibrous bands running directly from one bone to another that strengthen the joins
- prevents movement in undesirable directions
5
Q
Bursa
A
an enclosed sac filled with vicious synovial fluid
located in areas of potential friction
6
Q
Muscle
A
40-50% of the body weight
when contracted they produce movement
7
Q
3 types of muscle
A
Skeletal
Smooth
Cardiac
8
Q
Flexion
A
Bending Limb at joint
9
Q
Extension
A
Straightening Limb at joint
10
Q
Abduction
A
moving limb toward midline of the body
11
Q
Pronation
A
turning the forearm so that the palm is down
12
Q
Supination
A
turning the forearm so that the palm is facing up
