Orthopedic Management and Musculoskeletal Development Quiz
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What is the common etiology for nonstructural curves in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS)?

  • Muscle spasm
  • Skeletal immaturity
  • Leg length discrepancy (correct)
  • Tumor growth
  • At what age should boys undergo scoliosis screening based on the provided information?

  • 12 years
  • 14 years
  • 13 years (correct)
  • 10 years
  • What is the goal of surgical intervention for curves measuring 40 degrees in AIS?

  • To promote bone maturity
  • To alleviate muscle spasm
  • To prevent progression of the curve
  • To stabilize the spine and maintain correction (correct)
  • Which approach is the option of choice for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) surgery?

    <p>Posterior approach with pedicle screw technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What pre-operative strategy is recommended for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) surgery?

    <p>Bed mobility instruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about musculoskeletal development is correct?

    <p>Mesenchymal cells differentiate into cartilage around 4-5 weeks after conception.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not typically included in the musculoskeletal examination history?

    <p>Family history of musculoskeletal disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In assessing lower extremity alignment, what does a positive foot progression angle indicate?

    <p>Out-toeing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a typical compensation strategy for leg length discrepancy?

    <p>Knee hyperextension on the shorter side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the management of scoliosis, which type of curve is fixed and does not correct with lateral trunk bending or traction?

    <p>Structural curve</p> Signup and view all the answers

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