A patient is diagnosed with a disease that affects fibrous tissue. In which musculoskeletal areas should the nurse expect the patient to experience health problems?
Select all that apply.
1. hips
2. teeth
3. shoulders
4. skull bones
5. distal tibia and fibula
Correct Answer: 2, 4, 5
Fibrous tissue connects bones through collagen fibers. The areas of the patient's body that would be affected include the skull sutures, the ligament connecting the distal tibia and fibula, and the connections between the patient's teeth and sockets. Synovial tissue is located in the hip and shoulder joints.
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