Musculoskeletal System Flashcards
osteoblasts do what
bone building
baby cells
osteocytes are what
mature cells
osteoclasts do what
breakdown bone / clean up
arthrocentesis - what do they do? why is it done?
needle aspiration, may inject corticosteroid
used to diagnose joint inflammation/infection
notify HCP if have what symptoms after arthrocentesis procedure?
fever/swelling of joint
arthroscopy - they do what/ why is it used? what else can they do during?
endoscopic exam of joints
used to diagnose and treat acute or chronic disorders of joint
biopsy can be performed during
important to do during physical assessment
compare bilaterally
ultimate goal for pt
be able to complete ADLs
age considerations
-decreased bone density (can lead to osteopenia/osteoporosis)
-decreased muscle mass and strength
-dereased flexibility
-functional problems (ADLs affected)
