5148 8.3: How Can We Maintain Healthy Bones and Joints?

Our body has a skeleton that is made up of different bones.

Which is not a function of the skeletal system?

[Hint: slide 5]

• It supports our body and gives it shape.

• It protects our internal organs from damage.

• It works with muscles to allow us to move.

• It breaks down large, insoluble particles to small, soluble ones.

What is a common treatment for a fracture?

[Hint: slide 8]

• casts

• painkillers

• physical therapy

• surgery

A dietician advises a patient to drink more milk to prevent osteoporosis.

What is osteoporosis?

[Hint: slide 7]

• a fracture of the bone

• a type of ligament injury

• a type of joint pain

• loss of bone density

How can diet affect bone health?

[Hint: slide 7]

• It only affects joints.

• It can cause fractures.

• It can strengthen or weaken bones.

• It has no effect.

A joint is found where two bones meet.

Which part of a joint absorbs shock and reduces friction?

[Hint: slide 12]

• bone

• cartilage

• ligament

• tendon

What is the primary function of ligaments?

[Hint: slide 12]

• To absorb shock.

• To connect muscles to bones.

• To join one bone to another.

• To protect internal organs.

Which is not a problem related to joints?

[Hint: slide 15]

• arthritis

• dislocation

• fracture

• osteoporosis

What happens during a sprain?

[Hint: slide 17]

• a bone is broken

• a joint is dislocated

• a ligament is overstretched or torn

• cartilage wears away

What is a dislocation?

[Hint: slide 19]

• a sprain of the ligament

• a tear in the cartilage

• a type of fracture

• when a bone is forced out of position

A patient experiences pain when moving the affected joints.

What problem is the patient experiencing?

[Hint: slide 21]

• arthritis

• dislocation

• sprain

• osteoporosis