L07- SCREENING FOR MSK

Question 1

What are 5 aims of history taking?

Answer 1

Identify:
- Which structures are likely to be involved
- What is the time course
- Was there a precipitant
- What is the impact of the problem on the patient

Question 2

What are the 3 screening questions

Answer 2

• Do you have any pain or stiffness in your muscles, joints, back?
• Can you dress yourself completely without any difficulty?
• Can you walk up and down the stairs without any difficulty?

Question 3

In which 3 ways do MSK problems present?

Answer 3

• Pain
• Stiffness/ swelling
• Loss of function