skeletal - Assessment

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broken bone

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A fracture is a broken bone. Fractures are most often caused by traumatic accidents and bad falls

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The two important principles in handling fractures

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Immobilization and medical attention.

The most important thing to do for any type of fracture is to immobilize the affected area. Immobilization means limiting movement and hence avoiding further damage.

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The common bone defect in old women

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Osteoporosis. It is the loss of bone minerals that lead to brittle, easily fractured bones.

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It is also known as a midget.

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Dwarfism.

Midgets have proportional body structures but are very small. They are usually 3 feet or below in height.

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The hormone that inhibits bone resorption and thus prevents osteoporosis

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estrogen.

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The vitamin that can prevent rickets

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Vitamin D is important in the deposition of calcium inside the matrix or inner structure of bones to provide bone strength.

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The inflammation of the joints

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Osteoarthritis is more common among the elderly. Joints are inflamed because of the abrasion of the joint linings due to old age or constant physical exertions. People with arthritis usually complain of very painful and sometimes swollen joints

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The two most important food nutrients for the skeletal system

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calcium and protein.

The calcium is a mineral needed for bone strength and hardening while the protein is an important building block of bones, muscles, cartilage and skin. It also help repair cells and tissues.

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The large piece of cloth used to immobilize an arm

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A sling is a large piece of cloth used to create temporary immobility, usually in the arms.

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It's a result from the overstretching of the ligaments that connect bones

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Sprain. Ligaments are stretched too much when an extreme motion is abruptly performed like reaching too far for an object or twisting an ankle

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