NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
HUMAN ANATOMY PHYSIOLOGY
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Question
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The shaft of a long bone is the
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periosteum.
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diaphysis
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articular cartilage
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endosteum
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The diaphysis is the main or midsection (shaft) of a long bone. It is made up of cortical bone and usually contains bone marrow and adipose tissue (fat).
Detailed explanation-2: -The diaphysis plays an essential role in the structural functionality, the transport of oxygen and immune support, and mineral and fat storage. The medullary cavity, housed within the diaphysis, is where blood products, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, are formed.
Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: The ends of a long bone are known as the epiphysis. The rounded end of a long bone is known as the epiphysis and the shaft of the bone is called the diaphysis.
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