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What is a common trigger for secondary gout?
What is a common trigger for secondary gout?
- Eating high purine foods (correct)
- Engaging in fasting diets
- Emotional support devices
- Experiencing allergies
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of gout?
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of gout?
- Headache (correct)
- Joint swelling
- Tachycardia
- Fever
What type of damage can repeated gout attacks lead to in joints?
What type of damage can repeated gout attacks lead to in joints?
- Permanent damage and limited range of motion (ROM) (correct)
- Muscle atrophy
- Nerve damage
- Tendon injury
Which medication must be given within 24 hours of the onset of gout symptoms?
Which medication must be given within 24 hours of the onset of gout symptoms?
What is the purpose of Probenecid in gout treatment?
What is the purpose of Probenecid in gout treatment?
How can the formation of uric acid crystals in joints be prevented?
How can the formation of uric acid crystals in joints be prevented?
What is the purpose of moving the fingers or toes frequently while in a cast?
What is the purpose of moving the fingers or toes frequently while in a cast?
Why should muscle-setting exercises be done inside the cast?
Why should muscle-setting exercises be done inside the cast?
What should be worn with a foot or leg cast at all times except when sleeping or showering?
What should be worn with a foot or leg cast at all times except when sleeping or showering?
Why should a plaster cast be kept dry?
Why should a plaster cast be kept dry?
What problem might occur if fingers or toes are numb or tingling inside the cast?
What problem might occur if fingers or toes are numb or tingling inside the cast?
Why is it crucial to contact a healthcare provider if a cast feels very tight or too loose?
Why is it crucial to contact a healthcare provider if a cast feels very tight or too loose?
What should you do after holding your breath for at least 5 seconds using the incentive spirometer?
What should you do after holding your breath for at least 5 seconds using the incentive spirometer?
What does the yellow indicator on the spirometer represent?
What does the yellow indicator on the spirometer represent?
Why is it recommended to cough after each set of 10 deep breaths with the incentive spirometer?
Why is it recommended to cough after each set of 10 deep breaths with the incentive spirometer?
What should you do if you have an incision while coughing after using the incentive spirometer?
What should you do if you have an incision while coughing after using the incentive spirometer?
When is it advisable to stop using the incentive spirometer according to the text?
When is it advisable to stop using the incentive spirometer according to the text?
In what part of the body do common neoplasms of the musculoskeletal system originate?
In what part of the body do common neoplasms of the musculoskeletal system originate?
Which surgical procedure involves the removal of a portion of the vertebrae to relieve compression on the spinal cord and nerve roots?
Which surgical procedure involves the removal of a portion of the vertebrae to relieve compression on the spinal cord and nerve roots?
Which condition is characterized by pain and tenderness in the jaw and face muscles and ligaments?
Which condition is characterized by pain and tenderness in the jaw and face muscles and ligaments?
What is a common symptom of intervertebral disk disease (IVD) or sciatica?
What is a common symptom of intervertebral disk disease (IVD) or sciatica?
Which technique involves placing bone grafts or substitutes between vertebrae after cleaning out the disk space?
Which technique involves placing bone grafts or substitutes between vertebrae after cleaning out the disk space?
What is a common reason for amputation as described in the text?
What is a common reason for amputation as described in the text?
What is the main focus of external immobilization devices such as braces, corsets, splints, and casts?
What is the main focus of external immobilization devices such as braces, corsets, splints, and casts?
How do individuals with phantom limb pain often find relief according to the text?
How do individuals with phantom limb pain often find relief according to the text?
'Osteomyelitis' refers to an infection primarily affecting which part of the body?
'Osteomyelitis' refers to an infection primarily affecting which part of the body?
'Replantation' typically refers to:
'Replantation' typically refers to:
What is the recommended treatment for lateral epicondylitis?
What is the recommended treatment for lateral epicondylitis?
What is the characteristic symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome that increases at night?
What is the characteristic symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome that increases at night?
Which disorder is characterized by inflammation of bursa and can be treated with heating and resting the affected part?
Which disorder is characterized by inflammation of bursa and can be treated with heating and resting the affected part?
What is a common cause of tenosynovitis?
What is a common cause of tenosynovitis?
What is the primary goal of managing arthritis?
What is the primary goal of managing arthritis?
Which symptom is associated with ankylosing spondylitis affecting the spine?
Which symptom is associated with ankylosing spondylitis affecting the spine?
How can inflammatory bursitis be treated if initial methods are ineffective?
How can inflammatory bursitis be treated if initial methods are ineffective?
