Match the following terms to the abnormal conditions.

-An inherited condition in which bones of the arms and legs fail to grow normally because of a defect in cartilage and bone formation
A)achondroplasia
B)ankylosing spondylitis
C)bunion
D)carpal tunnel syndrome
E)dislocation
F)ganglion
G)gouty arthritis
H)Lyme disease
I)osteoarthritis
J)rheumatoid arthritis
K)systemic lupus erythematosus

Question

Match the following terms to the abnormal conditions.

-An inherited condition in which bones of the arms and legs fail to grow normally because of a defect in cartilage and bone formation
A)achondroplasia
B)ankylosing spondylitis
C)bunion
D)carpal tunnel syndrome
E)dislocation
F)ganglion
G)gouty arthritis
H)Lyme disease
I)osteoarthritis
J)rheumatoid arthritis
K)systemic lupus erythematosus

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Achondroplasia is an inherited condition in which bones of the arms and legs fail to grow normally because of a defect in cartilage and bone formation.

Answer: B
 Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that affects the spine and can cause the vertebrae to fuse together over time.

Answer: C
 A bunion is a painful swelling at the base of the big toe caused by abnormal growth of bone and tissue.

Answer: D
 Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the palm of the hand, becomes compressed at the wrist.

Answer: E
 A dislocation occurs when the bones in a joint are forced out of their normal positions.

Answer: F
 A ganglion is a fluid-filled sac that develops on top of a joint or tendon, often on the wrist or hand.

Answer: G
 Gouty arthritis is a type of arthritis that develops when uric acid crystals accumulate in and around the joints.

Answer: H
 Lyme disease is an infection caused by bacteria that are transmitted through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks.

Answer: I
 Osteoarthritis is a type of arthritis that occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones in joints gradually wears away.

Answer: J
 Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the joints, leading to pain, swelling, and stiffness.

Answer: K
 Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disorder that can cause inflammation and damage throughout the body, including the joints.

Match the Following Terms to the Abnormal Conditions