38 Questions
Which of the following is the most common mechanism of injury for a proximal bicep tendon rupture?
Direct fall onto the shoulder
What is the most common location for a clavicle fracture?
Middle third
What is the name of the test used to diagnose an impingement syndrome?
O'Brien's Test
Which of the following is a characteristic sign of a proximal bicep tendon rupture?
Palpable defect
What is the most common cause of brachial plexopathy in adults?
Stretching/compressing the plexus during sports
What is the most common anatomical location for a SLAP (Superior Labral Anterior to Posterior) lesion?
Superior labrum
What is the most common mechanism of injury for a brachial plexopathy in pediatric patients?
Traction during birth
What is the most common symptom of an overuse injury to the rotator cuff?
Pain with overhead motion
What is the initial treatment for a rotator cuff injury?
Immobilization with a sling
What type of dislocation has a 90% chance of re-injury after the initial episode?
Recurrent dislocation
Which imaging view is recommended to assess the coracoacromial arch in a shoulder injury?
Coracoacromial arch view
What is the initial treatment for a clavicle fracture with less than 20 degrees of angulation?
Sling for 3 weeks
What is the most common bony injury associated with a shoulder dislocation?
Hill-Sachs lesion
What is the most common initial treatment for a grade III or IV acromioclavicular joint separation?
Surgical repair
What is the key physical exam finding that indicates an axillary nerve injury?
Pale forearm and hand
What is the best initial treatment for a clavicle fracture with greater than 20 degrees of angulation?
Surgical fixation
What is the most common type of shoulder dislocation?
Anterior shoulder dislocation
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of a rotator cuff tear?
Surgical repair of a previous rotator cuff tear
What type of bony defect is associated with a Bankart lesion?
Defect on the glenoid rim
Which of the following is a common sign of a proximal humeral fracture?
A "step off" appearance of the clavicle
What is the purpose of the Scarf (Cross Over) Test in evaluating shoulder injuries?
To check for ligamentous laxity in the glenohumeral joint
Which of the following is NOT a common sign or symptom of a rotator cuff tear?
Numbness and tingling in the arm
What is the most common mechanism of injury for a humeral shaft fracture?
Motor vehicle accident
Which special test is used to evaluate for an acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation?
Scarf (Cross-Over) Test
A 45-year-old patient presents with shoulder pain, weakness, and difficulty reaching overhead. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
Rotator cuff tear
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?
Hill-Sachs lesion
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?
Stinger/burner
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?
Biceps tendon rupture
Which special test is used to evaluate for a SLAP (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior) lesion?
O'Brien's Test
Which of the following is a common symptom associated with a rotator cuff tear?
Pain with overhead motion
What is the term used to describe transient nerve injuries in the upper extremity, often seen in contact sports?
Both A and B
Which of the following is a key physical exam finding in a patient with a suspected SLAP lesion?
Weakness with external rotation
Which of the following is the most appropriate initial treatment for a suspected rotator cuff tear?
Immobilization with a sling and NSAIDs
Which special test is used to diagnose a proximal biceps tendon rupture?
Yergason's Test
What is the most common symptom of a rotator cuff tear?
Weakness with abduction and external rotation
Where is the most common location for a SLAP (Superior Labral Anterior to Posterior) lesion?
Superior labrum
What is the most common cause of brachial plexopathy in adults?
Stretching/compressing C5-C7 during athletic activity
What is the key physical exam finding that indicates an axillary nerve injury?
Decreased sensation over the deltoid muscle
Test your knowledge on the causes of shoulder injuries like shoulder dislocation, AC separation, rotator cuff tear, and fractures. Learn about various etiologies such as falls, forceful throwing motions, athletic injuries, and degeneration.
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