Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 39m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 8m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 28m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System3h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

8. Joints

Structural Class: Fibrous Joints

Anatomy & Physiology

8. Joints

Structural Class: Fibrous Joints

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Which of the following scenarios is most concerning for a pediatric patient?

The epiphyseal plate in their femur is not fully ossified.

Their sutures are ossified.

Their sutures are not fully closed.

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Understand the anatomy involved: The epiphyseal plate, also known as the growth plate, is a hyaline cartilage plate in the metaphysis at each end of a long bone. It is where bone growth occurs in children and adolescents. Sutures are fibrous joints that connect the bones of the skull.

Recognize the normal developmental process: In pediatric patients, it is normal for the epiphyseal plates to be not fully ossified as they are still growing. Similarly, sutures in the skull are not fully closed in infants and young children to allow for brain growth.

Identify the concern: Ossification of sutures in a pediatric patient is concerning because it can lead to craniosynostosis, a condition where the skull bones fuse prematurely, potentially affecting brain development and causing increased intracranial pressure.

Evaluate the scenarios: Compare the scenarios given. The epiphyseal plate not being fully ossified is normal for growth, while sutures being ossified prematurely is abnormal and concerning.

Conclude the analysis: The scenario where the sutures are ossified is most concerning for a pediatric patient because it indicates a potential developmental issue that requires medical attention.