The Joints

Arlo Guthrie — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 14:42:21 GMT

Current Revision posted to Revision Guide For Student Nurses - Part 1 by Arlo Guthrie on 4/2/2009 2:42:21 PM

QUESTIONS

Define a joint.
List 2 other names for a joint.
List the 3 types of joint. Give an example of each.
List 5 properties of synovial joints.
As the name suggests, in cartilaginous joints the bones are connected by cartilage, and may or may not allow a degree of movement. Name the 2 types of cartilaginous joint and give 1 example of each.
The changes in position between the bones of a joint can be complex, and usually occurs by means of a combination of movements. List the 4 types of movement and briefly describe each.
What is a sesamoid bone? Give an example.
What is the difference between abduction and adduction?
What is the name of the joint which allows movement in 1 direction only? Give an example.
What is the name of the joint which allows flexion, extension to the straight line, then over-extension? Give an example.
What is the name of the joint which allows rotation? Give an example.
What is the name of the joint which is the most freely moveable of all, allowing flexion, extension, rotation, adduction and abduction? Give an example.
What is the name of the joint which allows a restricted amount of gliding movement of 1 bone over another. Give an example.