10 Questions
Which symptom warrants urgent and extensive investigations for low back pain in the elderly?
Unexplained weight loss
Which condition is a common metastatic source of low back pain?
Prostate cancer
Which factor is associated with less than 1% of the causes of low back pain presented to primary care physicians?
Spinal tumors
What is a red flag symptom indicating the need for urgent investigation in low back pain cases?
Loss of control of the bowel or bladder
Which history warrants attention in cases of low back pain in elderly patients?
History of cancer
Which of the following is not a red flag symptom of low back pain in the elderly?
Pain relieved by rest
Which primary malignancy is commonly associated with metastatic low back pain?
Prostate
What is one of the indicators for urgent investigation and treatment of low back pain?
History of trauma
Which symptom may indicate loss of neurological function and require immediate attention in cases of low back pain?
Loss of control of bowel or bladder
What type of tumors are most commonly associated with causes of low back pain?
Metastatic tumors
Test your knowledge on musculoskeletal disorders (MSKDs) in the elderly population. Learn about the prevalence, common conditions like low back pain, and the impact of these disorders on the elderly's quality of life.
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