Module 3 Exam- DEX
What are the advertised sizes of the compression Ft screw line? - Answer- Micro:2.5,
Mini: 3.5, Standard: 4.0, Large:5.0, X-Large: 7.0
The surgeon should aim for the base of which finger when inserting the Centerline
endoscopic carpal tunnel release into the carpal canal? - Answer- Ring
True or False: Advantage of the mini-open surgical technique over ECTR is that the
surgeon will have a better view of the transverse carpal ligament and the patient will
enjoy a quicker return to activity. - Answer- False
A surgeon's start point with Fibulock is too lateral. What deformity at the fracture is
possible? - Answer- Varus
When tying the sutures over the proximal phalanx in the CPR technique, what
position should you hold the toe in for correct anatomical placement? - Answer- 20-
30 degrees plantarflexion
When using the RetroFusion PIP joint arthrodesis implant screw, the final
compression of the joint is accomplished by turning the screwdriver: - Answer-
clockwise
What physical exam test shows a positive result when the patient feels "zaps" to
their fingertips as an examiner taps over the median nerve at the wrist? - Answer-
Tinel's
Which of the following is NOT used to describe the malposition of a fracture? -
Answer- Comminution (It is angulation, translation, and shortening)
Which of the following toe deformities includes hypertension of the MTP joint, flexion
of the PIP joint, and flexion of the DIP joint? - Answer- Claw Toe
True or False: The Fibulock nail is indicated for this fracture? - Answer- False (might
be true)
Double Compression Plates are available in what sizes? - Answer- 20mm, 25mm, &
30mm
True or False: The most commonly used surgical procedure to treat hallux rigidus is
a cheilectomy. - Answer- True
Which of the following conditions can mimic the symptoms of carpal tunnel
syndrome? - Answer- All of the Above (Cervical radiculopathy, median nerve
entrapment at the elbow, Thumb CMC arthritis, Nonspecific Tenosynovitis)
What property of the FibuLock nail opens the possibility of earlier return to weight
bearing? - Answer- Its a load sharing device
What are the advertised sizes of the compression Ft screw line? - Answer- Micro:2.5,
Mini: 3.5, Standard: 4.0, Large:5.0, X-Large: 7.0
The surgeon should aim for the base of which finger when inserting the Centerline
endoscopic carpal tunnel release into the carpal canal? - Answer- Ring
True or False: Advantage of the mini-open surgical technique over ECTR is that the
surgeon will have a better view of the transverse carpal ligament and the patient will
enjoy a quicker return to activity. - Answer- False
A surgeon's start point with Fibulock is too lateral. What deformity at the fracture is
possible? - Answer- Varus
When tying the sutures over the proximal phalanx in the CPR technique, what
position should you hold the toe in for correct anatomical placement? - Answer- 20-
30 degrees plantarflexion
When using the RetroFusion PIP joint arthrodesis implant screw, the final
compression of the joint is accomplished by turning the screwdriver: - Answer-
clockwise
What physical exam test shows a positive result when the patient feels "zaps" to
their fingertips as an examiner taps over the median nerve at the wrist? - Answer-
Tinel's
Which of the following is NOT used to describe the malposition of a fracture? -
Answer- Comminution (It is angulation, translation, and shortening)
Which of the following toe deformities includes hypertension of the MTP joint, flexion
of the PIP joint, and flexion of the DIP joint? - Answer- Claw Toe
True or False: The Fibulock nail is indicated for this fracture? - Answer- False (might
be true)
Double Compression Plates are available in what sizes? - Answer- 20mm, 25mm, &
30mm
True or False: The most commonly used surgical procedure to treat hallux rigidus is
a cheilectomy. - Answer- True
Which of the following conditions can mimic the symptoms of carpal tunnel
syndrome? - Answer- All of the Above (Cervical radiculopathy, median nerve
entrapment at the elbow, Thumb CMC arthritis, Nonspecific Tenosynovitis)
What property of the FibuLock nail opens the possibility of earlier return to weight
bearing? - Answer- Its a load sharing device
