Elbow Fractures

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Which ligament is commonly affected in medial valgus stress overload?

Ulnar collateral ligament (correct)

Radial collateral ligament

Annular ligament

Interosseous membrane

What is the primary function of the elbow?

Assist in wrist flexion

Support forearm pronation

Position the hand for optimal grip strength (correct)

Help with shoulder rotation

Which muscles are commonly affected in lateral epicondylitis ('tennis elbow')?

Extensor digitorum and Extensor digiti minimi

Flexor digitorum and Extensor carpi radialis brevis

Extensor carpi radialis longus and Extensor carpi radialis brevis (correct)

Pronator teres and Flexor carpi radialis

What is the classification of a supracondylar fracture of the distal humerus?

Type I: Most common, occurs from a fall on an extended arm Signup and view all the answers

What structure makes up 4/5ths of the Superior radioulnar joint?

Annular ligament Signup and view all the answers

Volkmann's ischemic contracture is associated with:

Loss of blood supply leading to forearm muscle contracture Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic symptom of Volkmann's ischemic contracture?

Pallor, anesthesia, and paralysis Signup and view all the answers

How is a Type III intercondylar fracture classified?

Displaced fracture with a rotational deformity Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate initial treatment for a nondisplaced radial head fracture?

Immobilization for 3-4 weeks Signup and view all the answers

How is a Type I intercondylar fracture treated?

Immobilization for approximately 3 weeks Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a complication of elbow fractures?

Muscle hypertrophy Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment approach for Type IV intercondylar fractures in older adults with poor bone quality?

'Bag of bones' technique Signup and view all the answers

What is the common cause of an olecranon fracture?

Fall on an outstretched arm Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the presentation of a Type II radial head fracture?

'Y' configuration with displacement Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a Type II intercondylar fracture from a Type III intercondylar fracture?

'T' configuration in Type II vs. 'Y' configuration in Type III Signup and view all the answers

Elbow Fractures - Type II

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