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1
Q 
The word for two or more prosthesis is:
A
duo-prosthesis
B
multi-prosthesis
C
prosthesises
D
prostheses
A

prostheses

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A soldier getting a replacement limb would probably be fitted by:
A
An O&P specialist
B
An army medic
C
A veteran
D
A sergeant
A

An O&P specialist

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An orthotic is a replacement limb.
TRUE
FALSE

A

FALSE

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Typically a patient is fitted with a temporary prosthesis before getting a permanent replacement.
TRUE
FALSE

A

TRUE

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An orthotic is a device that:
A
Replaces a missing body part
B
Supports injured body parts
C
Prevents swelling of injured limbs
D
Is placed inside the body
A

Supports injured body parts

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Q 
Engineers who design prosthetic and orthotic devices work in an area called:
A
bioengineering
B
physical therapy
C
prosthetist
D
O&P
A

bioengineering

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New limbs are made from materials that are:
A
strong, flexible, and lightweight
B
delicate, flexible and lightweight
C
strong, firm, and lightweight
D
strong, flexible and heavyweight
A

strong, flexible, and lightweight

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A prosthetic is a brace or other device that supports or protects a part of the body.
TRUE
FALSE

A

FALSE

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A prosthesis is a replacement for a part of the body.
TRUE
FALSE

A

TRUE

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Orthotist

A

A licensed person that measures, designs, fabricates, fits, or services orthoses.

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Prosthetist

A

A licensed person who measures, designs, fabricates, fits, or services prostheses.

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Halo Brace

A

Orthosis used for unstable cervical fractures that have pins that immobilize the skull.

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Flexion

A

The bending of a joint.

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Amputee

A

A person who has had a limb amputated.

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Residual Limb

A

The remaining portion of the limb after amputation.

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Prosthetics

A

The making and fitting of artificial body parts.

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17
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Socket

A

A prosthetic “container” for a residual limb or stump.

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Stump Sock

A

Fits the shape of the residual limb and is worn inside the socket.

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19
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Carbon Fiber

A

A structural reinforcement in plastic composites.

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20
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New materials for making prosthetics include:
A
rubber, silicone, and plastics
B
carbon fiber, silicone, and elastic
C
carbon fiber, wax, and plastics
D
carbon fiber, silicone, and plastics
A

carbon fiber, silicone, and plastics

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A licensed person who measures, designs, fabricates, fits, or services prostheses.
A 
Prosthetist
B
Residual Limb
C
Halo Brace
D
Stump Sock
A

Prosthetist

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22
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Which statement is true? For patients learning to use two prosthetic legs, it takes the:
A
Most energy to move if both legs are missing below the knee.
B
Least energy to move if both legs are missing above the knees.
C
Most energy to move if both legs are missing above the knees.
D
Most energy to move if one leg is missing above the knee and one below.

A

Most energy to move if both legs are missing above the knees.

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23
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A traditional mold is made using concrete.
TRUE
FALSE

A

FALSE

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24
Q 
If a limb needs to be removed surgically, the operation is called:
A
laceration
B
incision
C
amputation
D
decapitation
A

amputation

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25
Q 
The making and fitting of artificial body parts.
A
Prosthetist
B
Prosthetics
C
Residual Limb
D
Carbon Fiber
A

Prosthetics

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26
Q 
A person who has had a limb amputated.
A
Prosthetics
B
Residual Limb
C
Amputee
D
Prosthetics
A

Amputee

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27
Q 
The part of the body that fits into the socket is called the:
A
end
B
joint
C
stump
D
stub
28
Q

It’s very critical for a prosthetic to fit a patient perfectly.
TRUE
FALSE

29
Q 
A prosthetic "container" for a residual limb or stump.
A
Socket
B
Residual Limb
C
Flexion
D
Prosthetics
30
Q

New limbs are made from materials that are light, strong, and flexible.
TRUE
FALSE

31
Q 
To make a good fit for a limb prostheses, the medical team usually:
A
Uses a soft material
B
Uses a rubbery material
C
Makes several versions to see which is best
D
Makes a mold
A

Makes a mold

32
Q

A young man who was in excellent shape before his accident, has a better ability to heal and become independent compared to older or less fit patients.
TRUE
FALSE

33
Q

Today, artificial limbs are still being made out of wood with leather straps that attach to the body.
TRUE
FALSE

34
Q

It takes more energy for patients to walk on prosthetic limbs than to use a cane, crutches, or walker.
TRUE
FALSE

35
Q

The nerves in our body use electricity to send signals through the body.
TRUE
FALSE

36
Q 
Engineers who design prosthetic hands studied how many fingers are required to perform most tasks. Which fingers are these?
A
Thumb and one finger
B
Thumb and three fingers
C
Thumb and two fingers
D
Thumb and four fingers
A

Thumb and two fingers

37
Q 
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ refers to the physics of what happens when something is subjected to force and motion.
A
mechanics
B
acceleration
C
logistics
D
velocity
38
Q 
Prosthetic hands and fingers are known as:
A
prosthetic digits
B
prosthetic extremity
C
prosthetic appendage
D
prosthetic claw
A

prosthetic digits

39
Q

An artificial hand cannot function like a real one.
TRUE
FALSE

40
Q

Myoelectric refers to:
A
The body’s electric signals that control muscles
B
The small electrical generator in a prosthetic
C
Electricity generated by a prosthetic
D
A prosthetic that fits onto the lower arm

A

The body’s electric signals that control muscles

41
Q

A prosthetic arm presents different challenges from a prosthetic leg or foot.
TRUE
FALSE

42
Q

It is impossible for a person with an artificial hand to perform daily tasks like picking up a piece of paper.
TRUE
FALSE

43
Q

Bioengineering companies design prosthetics and devices that replace systems and parts in the human body.
TRUE
FALSE

44
Q 
The skin, or glove of a prosthetic, is made from:
A
nylon
B
elastic
C
wax
D
silicone
45
Q

The skin, or glove of a prosthetic comes in colors to match the patient’s skin tone.
TRUE
FALSE

46
Q 
The reason for choosing a slippery material for joint replacement is:
A
Tissue can grow into it
B
It’s easier to insert during surgery
C
That cells won’t cling to it
D
The bones can slide easily
A

The bones can slide easily

47
Q

Finding the right materials is one of the most important design issues to consider in developing an effective hip prosthesis.
TRUE
FALSE

48
Q 
The long chains in polyethylene make it a suitable material for a product that needs to be:
A
Strong
B
Sticky
C
Rouch
D
Heat-resistant
49
Q

A surgical stent is made from a mesh material, which allows the tissue in the artery to grown into the mesh framework.
TRUE
FALSE

50
Q

Arteriosclerosis is:
A
a blood clot
B
a device that takes X-rays from all directions to produce a three-dimension view inside a patient’s body.
C
a blood vessel that carries oxygen from the heart to all of the cells in the body.
D
a hardening of the arteries caused by fat deposits on the walls of the arteries.

A

a hardening of the arteries caused by fat deposits on the walls of the arteries.

51
Q 
A blood clot is:
A
A collapsed artery that stops blood flow
B
A scar on an artery where a wound heals
C
A clump of cells that break off and block an artery
D
A twist in an artery that blocks blood flow
A

A clump of cells that break off and block an artery

52
Q

An infarction is an area of tissue that has lost blood supply and is dying or has died.
TRUE
FALSE

53
Q

An IV is used to provide fluids and medication to a patient.
TRUE
FALSE

54
Q

An artery is a blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart.
TRUE
FALSE

55
Q 
An acute myocardial infarction is a:
A
Heart attack
B
Traumatic brain injury
C
Blood clot in the lungs
D
Replacement limb
A

Heart attack

56
Q 
Anesthetic is:
A
a drug
B
a saline solution
C
a vitamin
D
a stimulant
57
Q 
A surgical stent:
A
Is an anesthetic
B
Delivers oxygen to the cells
C
Delivers medication to the patient
D
Holds an artery open
A

Holds an artery open

58
Q

The oxygen meter measures oxygen in a patient’s blood by:
A
Taking a blood sample from the patient’s finger
B
Bouncing sound waves through the body
C
Comparing how much infrared light is absorbed by the body
D
Shining a light through blood in a microscope

A

Comparing how much infrared light is absorbed by the body

59
Q 
What function do the kidneys perform related to blood?
A
Clean it
B
Make it
C
Remove it
D
Circulate it
60
Q

During kidney dialysis, the patient’s blood is:
A
Medicated to prevent pain during the procedure
B
Divided to flow through each of the kidneys
C
Filtered so that red blood cells are returned to the body
D
Boosted with essential chemicals including potassium

A

Filtered so that red blood cells are returned to the body

61
Q 
A membrane is similar to:
A
A comb
B
A sponge
C
A screen
D
Plastic wrap
62
Q

During dialysis, waste material is taken out of the blood and then washed away.
TRUE
FALSE

63
Q 
Professional Engineer, or PE, represents:
A
A state license
B
Membership in an engineering society
C
An engineering degree
D
An award from fellow engineers
A

A state license

64
Q

CAD software is the primary tool used in engineering design.
TRUE
FALSE

65
Q 
Titanium is a good choice for a prosthesis because:
A
It is a heavy metal
B
It won’t bend
C
It does not rust
D
It is absorbed by the body
A

It does not rust

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