Fracture, Amputations and Connective Tissue Disorders Question and Answers Already Passed
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Fracture, Amputations and Connective Tissue D
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Fracture, Amputations And Connective Tissue D
Fracture, Amputations and Connective
Tissue Disorders Question and Answers
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What is the primary objective in the acute management of a displaced fracture?
- A) Surgical intervention
- B) Immediate immobilization
- C) Pain management
- D) Application of ice
B) Immediate i...
Fracture, Amputations and Connective
Tissue Disorders Question and Answers
Already Passed
What is the primary objective in the acute management of a displaced fracture?
- A) Surgical intervention
- B) Immediate immobilization
- C) Pain management
- D) Application of ice
✔✔B) Immediate immobilization
*Rationale:* Immediate immobilization is crucial to prevent further injury and to stabilize the
fracture until more definitive treatment can be provided.
What type of fracture is described as a break that results in the bone being pulled away from its
attachment site by a tendon or ligament?
- A) Comminuted fracture
- B) Avulsion fracture
- C) Transverse fracture
- D) Greenstick fracture
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,✔✔B) Avulsion fracture
*Rationale:* An avulsion fracture occurs when a fragment of bone is pulled away by a tendon or
ligament, typically caused by sudden force.
What is a key consideration when fitting a prosthetic limb for a patient who has recently
undergone an amputation?
- A) Patient's diet
- B) Residual limb shape and size
- C) Duration of hospital stay
- D) Previous injury history
✔✔B) Residual limb shape and size
*Rationale:* The shape and size of the residual limb are crucial in fitting a prosthetic limb to
ensure comfort and proper function.
What is a common post-operative complication in the early stages following an amputation?
- A) Osteoporosis
- B) Wound infection
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,- C) Joint dislocation
- D) Muscle atrophy
✔✔B) Wound infection
*Rationale:* Wound infection is a common complication in the early stages after amputation due
to the open nature of the surgical site.
Which connective tissue disorder is characterized by excessive skin elasticity and joint
hypermobility?
- A) Rheumatoid arthritis
- B) Systemic lupus erythematosus
- C) Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
- D) Scleroderma
✔✔C) Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
*Rationale:* Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is known for its symptoms of excessive skin elasticity and
joint hypermobility due to connective tissue abnormalities.
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, What is a common symptom of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that affects the
musculoskeletal system?
- A) Joint pain and swelling
- B) Chronic cough
- C) Elevated blood pressure
- D) Frequent urination
✔✔A) Joint pain and swelling
*Rationale:* Joint pain and swelling are common symptoms of systemic lupus erythematosus,
affecting the musculoskeletal system.
Which connective tissue disorder is primarily associated with hardening and tightening of the
skin and connective tissues?
- A) Marfan syndrome
- B) Scleroderma
- C) Osteogenesis imperfecta
- D) Sjögren's syndrome
✔✔B) Scleroderma
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