Reference no: EM133220151

1. Describe each of the following structures in a bone:

a. endosteum
b. medullary cavity
c. diaphysis of a long bone

2. Define an irregular bone and give an example.

3. Where is red bone marrow found in adults? What is the purpose of red marrow?

4. a. Describe the sources of energy for skeletal muscle contraction.

b. Explain the effect of a cholinergic blocking agent on skeletal muscle contraction (see Chapter 14).

c. Explain how anabolic steroid drugs affect skeletal muscle.

d. Describe the purpose and structure of a tendon.

e. Describe the outcome after part of a muscle has died.

5. a. Describe the structures that stabilize and support a joint.

b. What type of joint is needed for the articulation between the ribs and sternum? What kind of mobility does it have?

c. Explain the meaning of the term origin as related to muscles at a joint.

6. a. Describe each type of fracture: (1) compression fracture, (2) pathologic fracture, and (3) spiral fracture.

b. Differentiate the procallus from the bony callus in the healing of a fracture.

7. Compare the changes and effects of a strain and a subluxation.

8. Compare the pathophysiology of osteoporosis, osteomalacia, and Paget disease.