Final Flashcards
1
Q
Genu Valgum
A
Knock knee
2
Q
Genu Varum
A
Bow legged
3
Q
Synarthrodial joints
A
Completely immovable
Cranium
4
Q
Amphiarthrodial joints
A
Slightly moveable
Pelvis
5
Q
Diarthrodial joints
A
Synovial
Freely moveable
Elbow/Knee
6
Q
Myelography
A
Injection of contrast medium into subarachnoid space
7
Q
Best test for injuries involving only bone?
A
CT
8
Q
Best for joints, soft tissue, and bony tumors
A
MRI
9
Q
Why might gadolinium contrast agents may cause severe systemic complications?
A
If kidneys do not function properly
10
Q
Evaluates muscle weakness
Patient is subjected to episodes of electrical current
A
Electromyography (EMG)
11
Q
Priority Post-procedure Care for Arthroscopy
A
Assess NV status every 1 hour or per protocol
