Physical Diagnosis Exam 4 Flashcards
Do all “hip clicks” mean DevelopmentalDysplasia of the Hip (DDH)?
No
Palmar Grasp
Timing: present at birth, disappears by 6 months
Elicitation: stroking of palmar surface with finger
Response: hand will close around finger and tighten
Lordosis
anterior curve of lumbar spine just above buttock- seen from lateral view
A small amount of curvature in kyphosis and lordosis is normal
May be congenital, or related to abdominal weight from pregnancy or obesity
Structures in the joint (articular)
Joint capsule
articular cartilage
synovium and synovial fluid
intr-articular ligaments
juxta-articular bone
F A S T
Facila droop
Arm weakness
Speech difficulty
Time to call 911
Peripheral Nerves
31 pairs
8 Cervical
12 thoracic
5 lumbar
5 sacral
1 coccygeal
Level of care
Problem focused
1 organ system
Spinal cord length
Extends from medulla to L1-L2
Breasts in 2nd trimester
growth continues, minor leakage may occur
Hip flexion muscle
Iliopsoas (knee to chest)
Moro Reflex (“startle Reflex”)
Timing: present at birth, disappears by 6 months
Elicitation: while laying supine gently pull up on arms or hold child and gently allow head to fall back about 3cm, can also occur from loud sound or sudden movement
Response: infant throws back head, extends out the arms and legs, cries, then pulls the arms and legs back in
Which of the following statements regarding reinforcement when assessing reflexes is true?
A. Used when reflexes are symmetrically hyperactive
B Technique involves isometric contraction of other muscles
C. Supports the unsteady patient
D. All of the above
B. Technique involves isometric contraction of other muscles
Used when reflexes are symmetrically diminished or absent
Osteoporosis & Osteopenia risk factors
over 50 low bmi tobacco alcohol low physical activity 1st degree relative some drugs
Murmurs in geriatrics
Common to hear systolic aortic murmur – 1/3 over age 60 and 50% of those over 85.
thumb opposition Nerves
C8, T1, median nerve
MSK localized vs diffuse
Localized is one joint
Diffuse is multiple joints
TRANSVERSE PALMAR CREASE
A common variant, found in approximately 5% of newborns
A single palmar creases is also associated with Down’s syndrome (Simian crease)
3 D’s in Neuro
“three Ds” – delirium, dementia, and depression
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar pain upon getting out of bed
associated with a bony exostoses on calcaneus i.e. a “spur”
Inflammation of the plantar fascia as it inserts into anterior calcaneus
Elbow: Biceps and triceps, wrist-(radial nerve) – flexion Nerves
(C5, C6)
Anal Refelex Nerves
S2-S4
Fundal height = Just above symphysis pubis
12 weeks
Which Cranial Nerve involves palpation of the temporal and masseter muscles?
CN I
CN III
CN V
CN VII
CN V
Club Foot
The feet are plantar-flexed and inverted. Because this is a bony deformity, this position is rigid.
Ankle Reflex Nerve
S1
What should you never fail to consider in shouldr pain
Cardiac issues
Hip Extension Nerves
S1 G. maximus
Cobb Angle
Theangleformedbytheintersectionoftwolines drawnonaspinalradiograph
Greater than 10° of curvature measured by the Cobb angle defines scoliosis
Osteoporosis & Osteopenia numbers
30 million people/12 million are male
4 levels of care
Detailed
HPI = Extended ROS = Extended PMH/SH = Petinent
Vertex presentation
Head first delivery
Meningeal signs
Brudzinkis sign
Supine, neck up
Kernigs sign
Supine leg raised
Meniscus test
McMurray
Dysdiadochokinesis
The inability to perform rapid alternating movements
Where is the line for posterior superior iliac spine
Imaginary line along the posterior–superior iliac spines crosses the joint at S2.
4 levels of care
Expanded problem focused
HPI = Brief ROS = Problem Pertinent PMH/SH = N/A
AD CAVA DIMPLS
Admit note
Flaccidity or Hypotonia
Decreased or loss of muscle tone causing limb of affected place to be loose
(lower motor neuron system lesion or GB, spinal cord injury or Stroke)
TIA
acute loss of focal brain or monocular function
less than 24 hours
Temporary / partial blockage
Bursae
pouches of synovial fluid that cushion the movement of tendons and muscles over bone or other joint structures
Ankle Jerk reflex nerve
S1-S2
Review of Systems – Common Positives
2nd trimester
may begin to have intolerance to heat, experience ”hot flashes”,
back discomfort, breast tenderness, abdominal expansion,
hair and nail changes, BP decrease
Stroke
acute loss of focal brain or monocular function
Greater than 24 hours
complete blckage
Which Cranial Nerves involves the gag reflex?
CN III and IV
CN IX and X
CN X and XI
CN XI and XII
CN IX and X
Bicep reflex nerve
C5-C6
Kyphosis
posterior curve of thoracic spine at level of ribs- seen from lateral view
A small amount of curvature in kyphosis and lordosis is normal
Galeazzi Sign
Knees bent, check height and symmetry of knees
When legs appear symmetric this is a negative Galeazzi sign
Unequal knee height is positive
Review of Systems – Common Positives
3rd trimester
increased ligamentous laxity, increased curvature of lower spine,
leg cramps, foot and ankle swelling, slight temperature increase,
shortness of breath, ”colostrum” (yellow watery pre-milk) may leek from nipples.
Iliac Crest level
L4
Knee exam for mild effusions
Bulge sign
most common chronic disability of childhood
Cerebral palsy
most frequent is hip dislocation
4 levels of care
Problem focused
HPI = Brief ROS = N/A PMH/SH = N/A
Musculoskeletal disease affect how many people in us
1 out of 2
3 out of 4 over 65
10% of ambulatory visits
200 billion in lost wages
oral presentation
Pertinent physical exam findings
Offer assessment
Describe plan
problem pertinent ROS
inquires about the system directly related to the problem identified in the HPI.
Rooting Reflex
Timing: present at birth, disappears by 4 months
Elicitation: stroking the cheek with a finger
Response: infant turns head toward the side being stroked with mouth open
CLINODACTYLY
Acongenitaldefectinwhich one ormoretoes or fingers are abnormallypositioned
Plantar Response Nerves
L5-S1
Review of Systems in pregnancy
Careful attention to mood.
Ask about stressors, sleep, appetite, energy.
GU/Reproductive - last menstrual period, vaginal discharge, pain, vaginal bleeding, dysuria
Skin – pruritic areas, rash, color/texture changes
Stroke prevention
Exercise Nutrition No tobacco Social determinates Aspirin
Strain
injury to the bone-tendon unit at the myotendinous junction or the muscle itself
Mechanism by muscle contraction
Geriatric pulmonary
Rales may be present
(crackles) (coarse breath sounds)
Increase in anteroposterior diameter of chest
Types of dystonia
Anterocollis (neck bent forward)
Lateroocollis (neck bent sideways)
retrocollis (neck bent backward)
Torticollis ( Neck rotated)
What are some causes of abnormal newborn reflexes?
Low birth weight at birth Premature birth (<36 weeks) Traumatic birth Severe illness in infancy Trauma or injury in infancy
SPondylolisthesis
Step offs
forward slipping vertebrae
mostly in L4,L5,S1
due to birth defect, degenerative disease, vertebral fracture
backache, nerve root pressure, herniated disc, pain down legs
Knee reflex Nerve
L2-L4
Lawton ADL
Phone Shopping Food Prep House Keeping Laundry Mode of transportation Responsibility of own medications Ability to handle finance
Oligoarticular
2 - 4 joints
Geriatric pulse
loss of arterial pulsations is not typical and demands further evaluation
Level of care
Expanded problem focused
2-7 organ systems
Time fram for acute vs chronic in musculoskeletal
Acute = less than 6 weeks
Chronic = 12 weeks
tendons
collagen fibers that connect muscel to bone
What is the difference between comprehensive and focused assessments
Comprehensive Assessment
For patients that the PA sees for the first time in office or hospital.
Includes all the elements of the health history and complete PE.
Focused Assessment
Problem-oriented assessment
Well visits of returning patients
Urgent care-type or acute concerns such as sore throat or knee pain
Handgrip strength Nerves
C7, CG, T1
Documentation for billing
Code that represents
Level of E/M service performed
The three key components when selecting the appropriate level of E/M services provided are
history,
examination,
medical decision making.
Pregnancy health counseling
1/5 Pregnant women experience some form of partner abuse
Caution re: eating processed meats, raw and undercooked seafood, eggs, smoked salmon, unpasteurized milk
Plantar Grasp
Timing: present at birth, disappears by 9 months
Elicitation: stimulation of plantar surface with thumb/object
Response: curling of toes around thumb/object
DTR reflex Grade
0 no response 1 diminshed 2 normal 3 brisk 4 Over brisk, hyperactive
1 reason for stroke in geriatrics
Carotid bruits
Arcus Senilis
Grey ring around eye
Anterior nerve root
Ventral
Motor
Articular
Joint
Which dermatome area is involved with Plantar reflex?
L4-L5
L5-S1
S1-S2
S2-S3
L5-S1
Musculoskeletal changes in pregnancy
Exaggerated lumbar lordosis
Increased ligamentous laxity
Pelvic ligaments relax to prepare for labor and birth.
4 Cardinal features of inflammation
swelling, warmth, redness in combination with pain