By the end of this module, you will meet these learning objectives:
a. Identify key vocabulary, disorders, and drugs of musculoskeletal and
integumentary disorders
b. Analyse health conditions with similar signs and symptoms to find
differences in their etiology
c. Analyse a patient record for correct musculoskeletal and
integumentary drug treatment
Module at a Glance
This is the recommended plan for completing the reading assignments and
activities within the module. Additional information can be found in the
module Reading and Resources section and in the task list.
1. Review the resources for this module and complete the quiz.
2. Complete the initial discussion post on musculoskeletal and
integumentary disorders.
3. Complete the case study on musculoskeletal and integumentary drug
treatment.
4. Respond to at least two peers in the discussion topic.
Reading and Resources
Required Resources
Textbook: Pathophysiology: A Practical Approach, Chapters 12 and 13
These chapters focus on musculoskeletal and integumentary physiology. As
you read, consider the following questions:
• What is normal musculoskeletal and integumentary physiology?
• What are the diseases of the musculoskeletal and integumentary
systems of the body?
Textbook: Understanding Pharmacology for Health Professionals, Chapters 9,
17, 20, 21, and 24
These chapters focus on the musculoskeletal, integumentary, immune, and
female reproductive systems, in addition to inflammation, hormones, and
neural drugs. As you read, consider the following questions:
• What drugs are used to treat disorders of the musculoskeletal and
integumentary systems, as well as neurologic function, alterations in
immunity and inflammation, and hormonal regulation?
• How do the drugs work differently for each disorder and area of the
body?
