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magmichele12

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Give two definitions for the term callus and compare the use of callus vs callous. Fill in the blanks with the correct term.
 
  1. On physical examination, the patient is noted to have a periwound _____ at the right foot wound base.
  2. X-ray of the fractured humerus shows adequate _____ formation and progression toward healing.
  3. Examination of the foot shows a _____ area of the medial heel and big toe, indicating an improper gait.

Question 2

Describe the terms patella alta and patella baja.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Callus refers to an area of hard, thickened skin caused by repeated pressure or friction. Callus also refers to an area of bone consisting of fibrous tissue and cartilage, characteristic of bone that is undergoing healing from a fracture.
Callus is a noun and callous is an adjective.
1. callus
2. callus
3. calloused

Answer to Question 2

Alta means high, baja means low. Patella alta describes a patella that is positioned higher (more proximal) than normal. Patella baja describes a patella that is positioned lower (more distal) than normal.


magmichele12

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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