Alterations in Mobility

Reading:

Porth, C.M. (2007)  Essentials of Pathophysiology:  Selected portions of chapters 41-43.

Purposes:

Review the normal anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system as a basis for understanding the pathophysiological changes that occur in disease;

Describe the prevalent forms of arthritis;

Differentiate among the types of bone fractures, recognizing risk factors;

Recognize common bone disorders and orthopedic problems in adults and children;

Discuss common tumors of the musculoskeletal system.

Reading Guide:

Again, as in the last module, to help you determine which parts of the chapters are to be emphasized, refer to the written syllabus for guidance on included topics. 

Also, review the textbook website at http://thePoint.LWW.com/PorthEssentials for links to chapter-related resources with animations and chapter review questions.

Terminology:

Study Questions:

1) How are some ways that osteoarthritis differs from rheumatoid arthritis? (manifestations, cause)

2) What are the risk factors for the development of gout?

3) What is the common treatment(s) for gout? How does colchicine help in the treatment of an acute attack of gout? Why would it be less effective in chronic gout? How does allopurinol help in chronic gout?

4) What are the three tissues that become inflamed in Reiter's disease?

5) What are some common musculoskeletal diseases in children?

6) What is the most common primary malignant tumor of bone?

7) Name a disease that can occur in children or adults which involves a failure of adequate ossification of bone.

8) What are some exogenous and hematogenous sources of infection of bone tissue?

Exercise:

Test your knowledge of this module by answering the Module 11 Exercise for this module. Don't forget to complete this exercise, so that you'll get the point for extra credit!

Discussion Group:

The deadline to participate in the discussion group for this module is midnight, Dec. 10th.

This is the last module and the target date for completion is Dec. 7. (Stop Day for this semester is Dec. 8th).  This material will be tested on the exam to be held Dec. 12, 3-6 p.m. in 1025 Orr Major.

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