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INTRODUCTION TO THE HUMAN SKELETON

Level: Entry Level

In successfully completing this unit, the learner will haveEvidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1. name three main functions of the skeleton, ie movement, protection, support

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2. name the main arm bones, ie humerus, radius, ulna

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3. name the main leg bones, ie femur, tibia, fibula

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4. name the main remaining bones, ie the pelvis, shoulder blade, collar bone, sternum, vertebrae

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5. name the two types of freely moveable joints and give an example of each, ie ball and socket and hinge

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6. draw and label accurately the structures of a typical joint, ie knee joint showing ligaments, cartilage, synovial membrane and fluid.

Student completed work

Approved 25 Sep 2002

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