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1
Q

A differential diagnosis is…

A

1) A method which requires due diligence
2) A systematic review of signs and symptoms
3) A way to reach a definitive diagnosis

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2
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What is the best technique for imaging a possible bony defect?

A

radiography

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3
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The initial diagnosis allows you to determine the need for immediate transport and….

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decide what procedures are required to protect the patient

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4
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Which of the following injuries results from compressive forces that rupture the subcutaneous vessels

A

Contusion

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5
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A hole in the skin made by a sharp, pointed instruments that disrupts tissue with compressive forces is called

A

Puncture wound

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6
Q

Which of the following structures connects muscle to bone

A

Tendon

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7
Q

Which of the following devices covers only two or three sides of the extremity and is used for short-term immobilization?

A

Splint

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8
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Which of the following devices is useful to reduce or eliminate lower extremity weight-bearing forces?

A

Crutches

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9
Q

Which type of fracture is considered the most serious with the most likely chance for complications during the rehab process?

A

Intra-articular

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10
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A stable, non-displaced fracture typically requires which of the following treatments?

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protection (cast or splint)

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11
Q

Which of the following types of fractures is characterized by a bending force which does not break all the way through the bone?

A

Greenstick

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12
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Antibiotics are used for

A

The treatment of bacterial infections

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13
Q

Oral ingestion of medications falls under what route of drug administration method

A

Enteral

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14
Q

Aspirin therapy is commonly used for….

A

its blood thinning capabilities

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15
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Decreased muscle size due to not being used is called

A

Atrophy

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16
Q

A sprain is a term used to describe an injury to….

A 
A ligament
(strain = muscle)(sprain=ligament)
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17
Q

Sprains and strains are graded by the severity into which of the following categories

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Grade 3-severe, Grade 2-moderate, Grade 1-mild

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18
Q

Which of the following are roles of nutrients

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1) Grow, repair, and maintain all body cells
2) Regulate body processes
3) Supply energy for cells

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19
Q

Which of the following nutrients does not provide energy for work?

A

Minerals

Also Water and Vitamins

20
Q

“Up with the good, down with the bad” refers to…..

A

Crutch use when going up and down stairs.

21
Q

The suffix -itis is used to describe…

A

Inflammation

22
Q

True or False
In treating a musculoskeletal injury, therapeutic medication is useful but is not a substitute for a properly structured rehabilitation program.

A

True

23
Q

T or F

Activity progression and functional limitation after orthopedic surgery are relatively standardized.

A

False

24
Q

T or F

Inflammation is an unchanging process that is independent of time

A

False

25
Q

T or F

Removing the skin over a blister is very important to promote healing

A

False

26
Q

T or F
Surgical intervention for a fracture slows down the healing process, while still allowing the athlete to return to play sooner.

A

True

27
Q

T or F

Use of prescription medication by anyone other than the intended recipient is illegal

A

True

28
Q

T or F

Aspirin should not be given to an athlete with a head injury because of the potential for bleeding problems

A

True

29
Q

T or F

The most efficient way to lose weight is through diet alone

A

False

30
Q

T or F

Athletes should be encouraged to attain a certain body fat percentage as opposed to a certain body weight.

A

False

31
Q

True or False

Fracture management is typically more aggressive in athletes than in a sedentary person

A

True

32
Q

Which is the “most essential” nutrient

A

Water

33
Q

What does the H stand for in HOPS

A

History

34
Q

Why do we use SOAP notes….

A

1) Communicate with other doctors
2) Document the injury
3) Prevent lawsuits

35
Q

Which of the following are immature bone cells, responsible for the building up boy structures

A

Osteoblasts

36
Q

T or F

The Physician’s Desk Reference is a useful resource for drug information

A

True

37
Q

T or F
A severely deformed limb that cannot be easily realigned with constant, gentle traction should be immobilized in the position of deformity

A

True

38
Q

A phase of the inflammatory response is….

A

Proliferation phase

39
Q

T or F

All lacerations require sutures within 24 hours

A

False

40
Q

Although healing times vary, a fractured bone is typically stable after how many weeks?

A

6 to 8

41
Q

List 3 return to play criteria

A

1) Be able to perform sport or work specific tasks
2) No Pain
3) Muscle strength to 85-90% Strength of uninjured muscle on opposite side

42
Q

There are 5 signs and symptoms of inflammation list 4 of them

A

1) Heat
2) Redness
3) Pain
4) Loss of function
* Think Swelling

43
Q

List the 6 classifications of nutrients

A

1) Carbohydrates
2) Fats
3) Proteins
4) Vitamins
5) Minerals
6) Water

44
Q

What is SOAP

A

Subjective
Objective
Assessment
Plan

45
Q

What is HOPPS

A 
History
Observation
Physical exam
Palpation
Special test

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