Shoulder Injuries Etiology Quiz

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Which of the following is the most common mechanism of injury for a proximal bicep tendon rupture?

  • Repetitive overhead activities
  • Sudden deceleration force
  • Lifting a heavy object
  • Direct fall onto the shoulder (correct)

What is the most common location for a clavicle fracture?

  • Middle third (correct)
  • Distal third
  • Medial third
  • Proximal third

What is the name of the test used to diagnose an impingement syndrome?

  • Neer Test
  • Hawkins-Kennedy Test
  • O'Brien's Test (correct)
  • Apprehension Test

Which of the following is a characteristic sign of a proximal bicep tendon rupture?

<p>Palpable defect (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of brachial plexopathy in adults?

<p>Stretching/compressing the plexus during sports (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common anatomical location for a SLAP (Superior Labral Anterior to Posterior) lesion?

<p>Superior labrum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common mechanism of injury for a brachial plexopathy in pediatric patients?

<p>Traction during birth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common symptom of an overuse injury to the rotator cuff?

<p>Pain with overhead motion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial treatment for a rotator cuff injury?

<p>Immobilization with a sling (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of dislocation has a 90% chance of re-injury after the initial episode?

<p>Recurrent dislocation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which imaging view is recommended to assess the coracoacromial arch in a shoulder injury?

<p>Coracoacromial arch view (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial treatment for a clavicle fracture with less than 20 degrees of angulation?

<p>Sling for 3 weeks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common bony injury associated with a shoulder dislocation?

<p>Hill-Sachs lesion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common initial treatment for a grade III or IV acromioclavicular joint separation?

<p>Surgical repair (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key physical exam finding that indicates an axillary nerve injury?

<p>Pale forearm and hand (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best initial treatment for a clavicle fracture with greater than 20 degrees of angulation?

<p>Surgical fixation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common type of shoulder dislocation?

<p>Anterior shoulder dislocation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of a rotator cuff tear?

<p>Surgical repair of a previous rotator cuff tear (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of bony defect is associated with a Bankart lesion?

<p>Defect on the glenoid rim (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common sign of a proximal humeral fracture?

<p>A &quot;step off&quot; appearance of the clavicle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Scarf (Cross Over) Test in evaluating shoulder injuries?

<p>To check for ligamentous laxity in the glenohumeral joint (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common sign or symptom of a rotator cuff tear?

<p>Numbness and tingling in the arm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common mechanism of injury for a humeral shaft fracture?

<p>Motor vehicle accident (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which special test is used to evaluate for an acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation?

<p>Scarf (Cross-Over) Test (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A 45-year-old patient presents with shoulder pain, weakness, and difficulty reaching overhead. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

<p>Rotator cuff tear (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A 27-year-old football player sustains a forceful impact to the shoulder during a game. Which of the following is the most common bony defect associated with the resulting shoulder dislocation?

<p>Hill-Sachs lesion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A 19-year-old rugby player reports numbness and weakness in their hand and forearm after a tackle. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

<p>Stinger/burner (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A 35-year-old weightlifter reports a sudden, sharp pain in the front of their shoulder after lifting a heavy weight overhead. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

<p>Biceps tendon rupture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which special test is used to evaluate for a SLAP (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior) lesion?

<p>O'Brien's Test (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common symptom associated with a rotator cuff tear?

<p>Pain with overhead motion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe transient nerve injuries in the upper extremity, often seen in contact sports?

<p>Both A and B (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key physical exam finding in a patient with a suspected SLAP lesion?

<p>Weakness with external rotation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the most appropriate initial treatment for a suspected rotator cuff tear?

<p>Immobilization with a sling and NSAIDs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which special test is used to diagnose a proximal biceps tendon rupture?

<p>Yergason's Test (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common symptom of a rotator cuff tear?

<p>Weakness with abduction and external rotation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the most common location for a SLAP (Superior Labral Anterior to Posterior) lesion?

<p>Superior labrum (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of brachial plexopathy in adults?

<p>Stretching/compressing C5-C7 during athletic activity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key physical exam finding that indicates an axillary nerve injury?

<p>Decreased sensation over the deltoid muscle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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