Musculoskeletal LQ Week 1 - Lumbopelvic Pathologies, and Physical Exam

What is the primary goal of taking a patient history during a physical examination?

Which approach should be taken first when conducting a patient history?

How should a clinician progress through the stages of questioning during the patient history?

What is a working diagnosis, as described in the context of patient history?

What technique is essential after open-ended questions in the patient history-taking process?

When assessing gait deviations in the lumbopelvic region, what is a key observation to make?

During the functional neurological screen, which specific movement assesses the integrity of the L4-L5 myotome?

What is the primary purpose of the upper motor neuron testing components, such as the Babinski and Clonus tests during a neurological examination?

During the 'Functional Testing – Depending on Symptom Irritability and Ability Level' section, the assessment of a patient's lumbar spine positioning during functional movements focuses on which of the following?

The neurological examination is integrated into the comprehensive lumbar physical examination to achieve which objective?

Which functional movement is described as evaluating the patient's ability to control their lumbar spine positioning, particularly focusing on anterior pelvic tilt and lumbar lordosis?

The 'Quadrant Test' is a component of which aspect of the lumbar physical examination?

During the active range of motion (AROM) assessment, the clinician includes 'overpressure' if pain-free. What is the primary reason for applying overpressure in this scenario?

Which factor is NOT considered when assessing a patient's symptom behavior?

What type of symptom onset suggests a clear, identifiable cause?

Which of the following is least likely to be part of a patient's medical history review?

What is indicated by the presence of hypomobility during joint assessment?

Which method should be utilized to first assess a joint's mobility?

Which symptom duration and severity may indicate high irritability?

What does an empty end-feel during passive range of motion signify?

In the context of joint mobility testing, what is the primary goal of passive accessory movements?

What should be important to consider when assessing a high irritability joint?

Which statement about assessing contralateral sides is true?

What is the primary concern when reviewing a patient's social history during assessment?

During joint assessment, which sequence is recommended for assessing mobility?

Which of the following would most likely indicate the need for a limited physical examination?

What is the purpose of recognizing a patient's irritability level during assessment?

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of pelvic pain related to female urogenital conditions?

What psychological factor may lead to increased rates of disability in patients with low back pain?

Which condition is associated with a forward displacement of one vertebral body over another?

Which screening instrument is recommended for identifying signs of depression?

Which symptom is common in both prostate issues and pelvic inflammatory disease?

What is a common immediate management technique for facet joint pain?

Which sign is indicative of Major Depressive Disorder?

What factors can exacerbate symptoms of facet joint pain?

In what situation is referral to a mental health professional indicated?

Which condition describes degenerative changes in the spine commonly due to aging?

What does the 'severity' component of the S.I.N.S.S. assessment primarily evaluate?

In the context of symptom irritability, which description defines a 'maximal' level of irritability?

What is the primary goal of Grade 1 mobilization in joint treatment?

Which category indicates a condition that has persisted for more than six weeks?

When should Grade 4 mobilization techniques be applied?

What is typically included in the physical examination plan based on patient history?

What defines the Minimal Clinically Important Difference (MCID)?

Which of the following best describes the 'nature' of symptoms in the S.I.N.S.S. assessment?

Which stage indicates that a patient has experienced symptoms for less than three weeks?

Which tool assesses a patient's functional ability to complete specific activities?

In the assessment of stability, what does 'waxing and waning' mean?

What does the Osteopatic Disability Index (ODI) score indicate?

Which of the following describes a characteristic of the Muscle Energy Technique (MET)?

What is the primary goal of conducting a patient history during a visit?

Which of the following best describes a 'moderate' stage of irritability?

In the context of joint treatment, what does 'muscle guarding' refer to?

How should a provider fill out the body chart in the symptom location assessment?

Which Maitland mobilization grade is applied to improve mobility with large amplitude into resistance?

What aspect does the 'stage' component of S.I.N.S.S. address?

What does the Orebro Musculoskeletal Pain Screening Questionnaire focus on?

In a scenario where a patient shows consistent lower back pain with recent exacerbation, which category does this represent?

What is a primary characteristic of the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire?

What should the initial greeting in a patient history session aim to achieve?

During assessment, what does a hypermobile segment indicate?

Which of the following describes the symptom assessment process using the body chart?

Which screening tool is designed to identify subgroups of patients with low back pain?

What does a chronic stage suggest about a patient's symptoms?

What is the main purpose of using mobilization with movement (MWM)?

What is the primary purpose of assessing a patient's living environment during evaluation?

Which factors should be prioritized during a physical examination according to the S.I.N.S.S model?

In the context of medical screening, what distinguishes red flags from yellow flags?

What initial action should a clinician take if a patient presents with concerning features during a screening?

Which statement accurately reflects the importance of listening to the patient during the subjective examination?

How should a clinician address a patient's symptoms that are difficult to reproduce during a physical examination?

What is the first step in the clinical decision-making process regarding patient concerns?

What should be considered if a patient presents without any red or yellow flags?

What role do yellow flags play in the screening process?

What aspect of a patient's occupation might influence their treatment plan?

Which tool is more effective for predicting 'work' outcomes?

What does a higher score on the FABQ-W indicate?

Which cutoff score on the FABQ-W suggests a patient's likelihood of returning to work?

The Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS) assesses which aspect related to pain?

What does a TSK score greater than 37 indicate?

When should self-reporting information from patients be used?

Which of the following is NOT a category to consider while assessing patient history?

What type of mechanism of injury is associated with a specific incident?

What signifies a patient with unilateral localized low back pain?

Which instrument assesses fear of movement?

Which patient history factor is crucial in making clinical judgments for establishing prognosis?

What do 'aggravating and easing factors' refer to in symptom assessment?

What could prior episodes of pain indicate?

What is the purpose of using the movement or activity that reproduces symptoms?

What T-score range is indicative of osteopenia?

Which of the following is the most common cause of sacroiliac joint pain?

How many stages are there in the progression of a disc herniation?

What is the most common type of disc herniation?

What does a normal T-score range from?

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with sacroiliac joint pain?

Which is a common characteristic of degenerative disc disease?

At what age range is intervertebral disc herniation most commonly observed?

What is a consequence of the annulus fibrosis being disrupted during an extrusion stage of disc herniation?

What percentage of symptomatic disc herniations regress spontaneously over time?

What is the most common cause of spondylolysis?

At which lumbar levels is spondylolysis most commonly found?

What type of spondylolisthesis is often associated with adolescents engaged in athletics?

Which clinical presentation is characteristic of isthmic spondylolisthesis?

What grading indicates a 50% forward displacement of one vertebra over another in spondylolisthesis?

Which imaging technique is primarily used to diagnose scoliosis?

What is the primary management strategy for symptomatic Grade I and II spondylolisthesis?

What is the risk factor associated with the progression of spondylolisthesis?

What is a characteristic of structural scoliosis type?

Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to primary osteoporosis?

At what degree of curvature does surgical fixation become a treatment option for scoliosis?

What defines lumbar spinal stenosis?

Which symptom is typically associated with lumbar radiculopathy?

Which type of scoliosis is most commonly idiopathic?

What is a common symptom associated with osteoporosis?

Which of the following is a key clinical presentation of lumbar spinal stenosis?

What is a method used to assess skeletal maturity in scoliosis patients?

What is the recommended initial management for mild to moderate lumbar spinal stenosis?

What mechanism of injury is most common for a lumbar muscle strain?

What is a common characteristic of the pain associated with lumbar muscle strain?

When may neurological signs be absent in lumbar radiculopathy?

What is a crucial aspect to assess during functional testing?

What may indicate a hypomobile sacroiliac joint during the Marcher’s test?

What role does posture assessment play during the evaluation?

In which situation should surgical options be considered for a patient with lumbar spinal stenosis?

What does increased mechanosensitivity in nerve roots indicate during lumbar radiculopathy?

What type of sensation do patients with lumbar spinal stenosis commonly report?

What should be assessed as part of the vital assessment upon initial evaluation?

For a patient with a history of cancer and unexplained weight loss presenting with low back pain, what is the most appropriate initial investigation?

What is the most appropriate referral pathway for a patient presenting with severe, progressive neurological deficit affecting both legs, saddle anesthesia, and bladder dysfunction?

What is the most appropriate imaging modality for initial assessment of a patient with suspected abdominal aortic aneurysm?

Which clinical feature is considered a red flag for spinal malignancy?

What is the most common site of metastases in the spine?

Which of the following is NOT a clinical feature suggestive of spinal infection?

What is the most appropriate referral pathway for a patient with suspected ankylosing spondylitis?

Which of the following clinical features are suggestive of Ankylosing Spondylitis? (Select all that apply)

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for abdominal aortic aneurysm?

Which of the following is a typical feature of Cauda Equina Syndrome?

What is the point prevalence of spinal fractures causing low back pain?

What is the most appropriate initial imaging for a patient with suspected spinal fracture in a patient over the age of 16 with blunt trauma?

What is the most appropriate referral pathway for a patient with low back pain, fever, and chills?

Which of the following conditions is characterized by a prevalence of 0.2-0.5%?

Which of the following is a clinical feature associated with Ankylosing Spondylitis?

Which of the following is a red flag for a referred pain pathology related to the digestive system?

The Innominate Rotation Test assesses for which of the following?

During the Limb Length Test - Long Sitting Test, what does a change from a short to a long leg length indicate?

The "Sign of Buttock" test is used to identify potential pathology in which area?

During the Prone Instability Test, what does a decrease in symptoms when applying CPA while the legs are raised off the floor indicate?

In the Passive Lumbar Extension Test, how is the patient positioned?

What specific joint is assessed during the Quadrant Test?

Which structure is NOT palpated during the palpation section of the examination?

What is the PRIMARY objective of the "Hip AROM with Overpressure" test?

During the Thomas Test, what does a limitation in hip extension indicate?

During the 90/90 Straight Leg Raising Test, what is considered a positive result?

Which of the following is NOT a special test mentioned in the context of "Clearing the Hip"?

During the palpation section of the examination, which bony landmark would a clinician palpate to help identify the L4 spinous process?

Which of the following statements BEST describes the function of the "Hip AROM with Overpressure" test?

What is the PRIMARY objective of "Clearing the Hip" during a lumbar physical examination?

What is the PRIMARY purpose of the "Thomas Test"?

What is the purpose of "special lumbar tests" in the context of this document?

During an Active Range of Motion – Lateral Flexion assessment, how should the clinician apply overpressure?

Which of these is NOT an assessment tool used to assess lumbar joint mobility?

What is a positive finding in the Slump Test?

When assessing neurodynamics, what is the primary purpose of using a sensitizing maneuver after symptom provocation?

What is the primary purpose of conducting a Thigh Thrust Test during sacroiliac joint assessment?

Which of these is NOT a component of the Sacroiliac Joint Pain: Test Item Cluster?

Which muscle group is assessed using resisted isometric movements in sitting?

What is the primary focus of the Repeated End Range Testing in Weightbearing assessment?

Which of these is a positive finding in the Prone Knee Bend Test?

Which of these is a key consideration when performing a Straight Leg Raise Test?

During a Crossed Straight Leg Raise Test, how should the clinician stabilize the knee?

What are two key questions to be answered and documented for each joint during a Lumbar Segmental Accessory Assessment?

What is the primary purpose of a comprehensive lumbar physical examination?

Which of the following is NOT a specific area of focus when considering motion quality?

Which of these is a key consideration when applying overpressure during an Active Range of Motion assessment?

Which of these is an example of an aberrant motion during active range of motion assessment?