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Case Study: Scenario: A 25-year-old basketball player lands awkwardly after jumping for a rebound, feeling a sudden pop and pain in their ankle. Upon examination, there is significant swelling and tenderness around the ankle joint, making it difficult to bear weight. Question: What structures are most likely injured given the athlete’s description? Hint: The athlete’s sudden onset of pain, popping sensation, and difficulty bearing weight after an awkward landing are consistent with a [tissue in question] injury.  The [tissue in question], which connect bones to other bones at joints, plays a crucial role in providing stability and limiting excessive movement. A forceful or unnatural movement, like landing awkwardly, can stretch or tear [tissue in question], leading to pain, swelling, and instability in the affected joint.

Explain the steps involved in the sliding filament model of muscle contraction.   Step 1: [step1] Step 2:[step2] Step 3:[step3] Step 4:[step4]

A right-brain stroke affects the left side of the body.

Which cranial nerve is responsible for facial expressions and the sense of taste on the anterior two-thirds of the tongue?

Match the cranial nerve to its primary function:

What is the name of the condition that involves inflammation of the meninges?

What is the name of the outermost layer of the meninges?

Case Scenario: A 70-year-old woman has been experiencing gradual memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and changes in her personality. Her family notices that she is becoming increasingly confused and disoriented. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Case Scenario: A 30-year-old athlete experiences a blow to the head during a football game. He loses consciousness briefly but then regains it. He complains of headache, dizziness, and difficulty concentrating. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Match the disorder to its description: