Chapter 22 (musculoskeletal)

Question 1

When assessing for the presence of a herniated nucleus pulposus, the examiner would:

Answer 1

raise each of the patient’s legs straight while keeping the knee extended. Correct
The straight leg raising (Lasègue) test reproduces back and leg pain and helps confirm the presence of a herniated nucleus pulposus. The examiner raises each leg straight while keeping the knee in extension.

Question 2

Crepitation is an audible sound that is produced by:

Answer 2

roughened articular surfaces moving over each other. Correct
Crepitation is an audible and palpable crunching or grating that accompanies movement. It occurs when the articular surfaces in the joints are roughened.

Question 3

Phalen test reproduces numbness and burning in a person with ______________.

Answer 3

carpal tunnel syndrome

Question 4

In carpal tunnel syndrome, percussion of the median nerve produces burning and tingling along its distribution, which is a positive _____________.

Answer 4

Tinel sign

Question 5

Cartilage is vascular or avascular?

Answer 5

avascular

Question 6

Fluid within the bursa that results in synovial thickening is also described by which of the following terms?

Answer 6

effusion

Question 7

What symptom would you expect to see in an individual who demonstrates genu valgum?

Answer 7

knock-knee

Question 8

Which of the following complaints are the most common musculoskeletal concerns that prompt an individual to seek health care?

Answer 8

loss of function & joint pain