Title: Identify the structures, functions, and surgical pathologies of the muscular system.
Course: Surgical Technologist I (14056-I) > Section: Understanding Structures, Functions, and Surgical Pathologies of Body Systems

Identification should include

- the structure of a basic unit of muscle tissue
- the three types of muscle tissue, their characteristics, location, and functions
- the way muscles are attached to bones
- the physiology and types of muscle contractions
- the effects of aging on muscles
- pathologies (e.g., muscle tears, strains).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the difference between antagonistic muscles and synergistic muscles?
- What is the role of the nervous system in muscle function?
- What are the types of muscle contractions? What are the energy sources for muscle contractions?
- What is the simple equation of cellular respiration? What happens to each of the products of this equation?
- What are the body’s typical physiological responses to exercise? How does each response assist homeostasis?
- How can the effects of aging on the muscular system be minimized?