Musculoskeletal Clinical Assessment Flashcards

1
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Red flags in MSK

A
Severe and worsening pain, 
Night pain disturbing sleep, 
Non-mechanical pain, 
General malaise, 
Febrile, 
Rigors,
Unexplained weight loss,
Anorexia,
Night sweats, 
PMH of malignant disease
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2
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What is the GALS screen?

A

Gait
Arms
Legs
Spine

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3
Q

What is a varus deformity?

A

Looks bowlegged

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4
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What is a valgus deformity

A

Knocked knees

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