The points at which bones attach to each other are called joints or articulations. Synovial joints are classified according to their structure and range of movement
Based on this information, what is the range of movement for a ginglymus joint that a student nurse should include in client teaching about the various types of joints? A) Allows movement in only one plane
B) Slides against each other
C) Moves within a cup-shaped depression in the other bone
D) Movement that can be shifted in several directions
A
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Ginglymus joints have range of movement in only one plane. Spheroidal joints have range of movement within a cup-shaped depression in the other bone. Arthrodial joints slide against each other. Saddle joints allow movement that can be shifted in several directions.
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