Approach to Joint Exam Flashcards
1
Q
What is genu valgus?
A
knocked knees
2
Q
what is a valgus deformity?
A
distal part of limb is directed away from midline
3
Q
what is a varus deformity?
A
distal part of limb is directed towards the midline
4
Q
what is genu varus?
A
bowlegs
5
Q
What is the most sensitive indicator of joint disease?
A
(active) range of motion
6
Q
How would you test the sensory dermatomes of C6?
A
testing sensation in the thumb
7
Q
how would you test the sensory dermatomes of T4?
A
testing sensation in the nipples
8
Q
how would you test the sensory dermatomes of T10?
A
testing the sensation of the belly button
9
Q
If a patient comes in with referred joint pain, what might you suspect they have?
A
an acute MI
10
Q
How would you diagnose septic arthritis?
A
aspiration of synovial fluid
