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a nurse is working with a nursing student to care for several clients who have musculoskeletal injuries. the nurse should identify which of the following functions of the musculoskeletal system?
(select all that apply.)
□ production of potassium
□ maintains the body’s form and shape
□ provides reflexive responses to injuries
□ formation of blood cells through red or yellow marrow
□ protection of soft organs

Explanation:

• Production of potassium: Not a function of the musculoskeletal system (potassium is an electrolyte regulated by the kidneys).
• Maintains the body's form and shape: Bones and muscles provide structural support.
• Provides reflexive responses to injuries: Reflexes are controlled by the nervous system, not the musculoskeletal system.
• Formation of blood cells through red or yellow marrow: Red bone marrow produces blood cells; yellow marrow stores fat but can convert to red marrow if needed.
• Protection of soft organs: Bones (e.g., skull, ribcage) protect internal organs.

Answer:

Maintains the body's form and shape, Formation of blood cells through red or yellow marrow, Protection of soft organs