Standards
HS-EHS-6 Evaluate the anatomy, physiology, and basic pathophysiology of the muscular and skeletal systems, and perform technical skills related to the systems.
6.1 Analyze the basic structures and functions of the muscular system.
6.2 Analyze the basic structures and functions of the skeletal system, including locating and identifying the bones of the skeletal system and hemopoiesis.
6.3 Explain the relationship between the muscular and skeletal systems, and identify their interdependence as they relate to body structure, movement and posture.
6.4 Identify and explain medical terms related to the muscular and skeletal systems, and utilize when documenting in the electronic medical record.
6.5 Research common diseases, disorders, and emerging disorders of the muscular and skeletal systems including pathophysiology, prevention, diagnosis and treatment that might be utilized.
6.6 Differentiate between the axial and appendicular skeletons.
6.7 Describe the development of the skeletal system.
6.8 Locate and identify the types of joints in the skeletal system.
6.9 Locate and identify the types of muscles in the muscular system.
6.10 Perform range of motion (ROM) for joints such as the shoulder, wrist and ankle.
6.11 Differentiate between active and passive range of motion.
6.12 Demonstrate proper techniques for ambulation with assistive devices (crutches, cane, walker); and identify limitations and abnormalities.