Name the three abnormal curvatures of the spine. Give a description of each abnormal curvature
What will be an ideal response?
Scoliosis is an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. This condition usually appears in adolescence during periods of rapid growth. Treatment modalities may include the application of a cast, brace, traction, electrical stimulation, and/or surgery.
Lordosis is an abnormal anterior curvature of the spine. This condition may be referred to as "swayback" as the abdomen and buttocks protrude due to an exaggerated lumbar curvature.
Kyphosis is an exaggerated thoracic curvature producing a "humpback" appearance. This condition may be caused by a congenital defect, a disease process such as tuberculosis and/or syphilis, a malignancy, compression fracture, faulty posture, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, rickets, osteoporosis, or other conditions.
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A) are inert B) may contain sugar C) may contain iron D) all of the above
The x-ray beam enters the patient's chest and abdomen from the side as he is lying on his back. Select the CORRECT spelling of this term
A) lateral decibitis x-ray B) lateral decibitus x-ray C) lateral decubetis x-ray D) lateral decubitus x-ray
Progressive relaxation is sometimes termed neuromuscular relaxation.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The meaning of the abbreviation IOL is ________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word