UNIT 10 Nursing management of patients with musculoskeletal problems 🦴🧠 Review of Anatomy & Physiology of the Musculoskeletal System 💪🏽🦵🏼 🔷 I. INTRODUCTION The musculoskeletal system is the body’s framework that provides support, movement, protection, and mineral storage. It is made up of: 🔹 Bones🔹 Joints🔹 Muscles🔹 Tendons🔹 Ligaments🔹 Cartilage 🧩 This system is a functional integration of two systems: ➡️ Skeletal System (🦴) – Rigid framework➡️ Muscular System (💪)