Podcast
Questions and Answers
Which test is used to assess for proximal biceps tendon injuries?
Which test is used to assess for proximal biceps tendon injuries?
- Speed's test and Yergason test (correct)
- Spurling's Maneuver
- O'Brien test
- Adson's test
How is the O'Brien test conducted?
How is the O'Brien test conducted?
- Abduct the shoulder and open/close the fist for 3 minutes
- Place the arm in 90 degrees forward flexion, adduction to 10 degrees, and resist thumb down movement (correct)
- Place the arm in 90 degrees abduction and resist thumb up movement
- Extend and rotate the neck to the affected side, then pull the arm back
Which test is used to assess for acromioclavicular (AC) joint pathology?
Which test is used to assess for acromioclavicular (AC) joint pathology?
- Spurling's maneuver
- Scarf or crossover test (correct)
- Speed's test
- Yergason test
How is Adson's test performed to check for thoracic outlet syndrome?
How is Adson's test performed to check for thoracic outlet syndrome?
Which maneuver is used to assess for brachial plexus injuries?
Which maneuver is used to assess for brachial plexus injuries?
The Elevated Arm Stress Test (EAST) is used to assess for which condition?
The Elevated Arm Stress Test (EAST) is used to assess for which condition?
What should the provider ask about in the patient intake process?
What should the provider ask about in the patient intake process?
Which muscle is NOT a major muscle involved in shoulder extension?
Which muscle is NOT a major muscle involved in shoulder extension?
What does the Lift-off Test check for in the shoulder?
What does the Lift-off Test check for in the shoulder?
Which motion is NOT included in the shoulder's range of motion?
Which motion is NOT included in the shoulder's range of motion?
Which muscle is the major muscle for shoulder abduction?
Which muscle is the major muscle for shoulder abduction?
What does the Yergason Test assess in the shoulder?
What does the Yergason Test assess in the shoulder?
What is the gold standard for diagnosing a rotator cuff tear?
What is the gold standard for diagnosing a rotator cuff tear?
Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for a grade 1 or 2 acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation?
Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for a grade 1 or 2 acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation?
What is the most common rotator cuff muscle to be torn?
What is the most common rotator cuff muscle to be torn?
Which of the following is NOT a common presentation of a rotator cuff tear?
Which of the following is NOT a common presentation of a rotator cuff tear?
What is the most common mechanism of injury for a humeral shaft fracture?
What is the most common mechanism of injury for a humeral shaft fracture?
Which of the following is used to classify a proximal humeral fracture?
Which of the following is used to classify a proximal humeral fracture?
Which anatomical structure is involved in a Hill-Sachs lesion?
Which anatomical structure is involved in a Hill-Sachs lesion?
What is the recommended treatment for an acute shoulder dislocation?
What is the recommended treatment for an acute shoulder dislocation?
Which technique is described for reducing a shoulder dislocation?
Which technique is described for reducing a shoulder dislocation?
What is the grading system used to classify the severity of an AC joint separation?
What is the grading system used to classify the severity of an AC joint separation?
What is a common presentation of an AC joint separation?
What is a common presentation of an AC joint separation?
What is a potential finding on physical examination in an AC joint separation?
What is a potential finding on physical examination in an AC joint separation?
What is the gold standard diagnostic imaging for a clavicle fracture?
What is the gold standard diagnostic imaging for a clavicle fracture?
Which presentation is most likely associated with a proximal biceps tendon rupture?
Which presentation is most likely associated with a proximal biceps tendon rupture?
In a clavicle fracture, when is surgical referral needed?
In a clavicle fracture, when is surgical referral needed?
What is the most common mechanism of injury for a clavicle fracture?
What is the most common mechanism of injury for a clavicle fracture?
Which condition is associated with the need for NSAIDs, rest, and potential surgical repair if not healing?
Which condition is associated with the need for NSAIDs, rest, and potential surgical repair if not healing?
What is the most likely complaint of patients experiencing burner-stingers?
What is the most likely complaint of patients experiencing burner-stingers?
What is the diagnostic gold standard for impingement syndrome?
What is the diagnostic gold standard for impingement syndrome?
Which condition is characterized by an idiopathic loss of active and passive range of motion?
Which condition is characterized by an idiopathic loss of active and passive range of motion?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for adhesive capsulitis?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for adhesive capsulitis?
Which special test would be positive for acromioclavicular (AC) joint involvement in shoulder osteoarthritis?
Which special test would be positive for acromioclavicular (AC) joint involvement in shoulder osteoarthritis?
What is a characteristic presentation of shoulder instability?
What is a characteristic presentation of shoulder instability?
Which condition is most commonly due to congenital abnormalities?
Which condition is most commonly due to congenital abnormalities?
Which special test would be positive in thoracic outlet syndrome?
Which special test would be positive in thoracic outlet syndrome?
During which phase of adhesive capsulitis would a patient experience decreasing comfort and slow increase in range of motion?
During which phase of adhesive capsulitis would a patient experience decreasing comfort and slow increase in range of motion?
Which treatment is NOT recommended for impingement syndrome?
Which treatment is NOT recommended for impingement syndrome?
Which radiographic finding is associated with shoulder instability?
Which radiographic finding is associated with shoulder instability?
What is a common presentation of AC joint osteoarthritis?
What is a common presentation of AC joint osteoarthritis?
Which special test would be positive for a patient with proximal biceps tendonitis?
Which special test would be positive for a patient with proximal biceps tendonitis?
Which physical exam finding is commonly associated with shoulder osteoarthritis in the AC joint?
Which physical exam finding is commonly associated with shoulder osteoarthritis in the AC joint?
Which treatment is NOT recommended for patients with proximal biceps tendonitis?
Which treatment is NOT recommended for patients with proximal biceps tendonitis?
What angle is considered normal for the carrying angle of the elbow?
What angle is considered normal for the carrying angle of the elbow?
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of elbow arthritis mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of elbow arthritis mentioned in the text?
Which special test is used to check for medial collateral ligament (MCL) instability of the elbow?
Which special test is used to check for medial collateral ligament (MCL) instability of the elbow?
What is the primary nerve responsible for elbow extension?
What is the primary nerve responsible for elbow extension?
Which of the following is a common presentation of elbow osteoarthritis?
Which of the following is a common presentation of elbow osteoarthritis?
What is the most common presentation of an Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tear?
What is the most common presentation of an Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tear?
What is the recommended treatment for Medial Epicondylitis, also known as Golfer's elbow?
What is the recommended treatment for Medial Epicondylitis, also known as Golfer's elbow?
What is the gold standard diagnostic imaging for an Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tear?
What is the gold standard diagnostic imaging for an Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tear?
Which special test would be positive for an Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tear?
Which special test would be positive for an Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tear?
What is the most common treatment for an Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tear?
What is the most common treatment for an Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tear?
Which condition is characterized by compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow?
Which condition is characterized by compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow?
What is the most common cause of an Olecranon Fracture?
What is the most common cause of an Olecranon Fracture?
Which presentation may indicate a patient has Septic Arthritis rather than gout?
Which presentation may indicate a patient has Septic Arthritis rather than gout?
What is the common name for lateral epicondylitis?
What is the common name for lateral epicondylitis?
Which injury is most common in pediatric patients involving the elbow?
Which injury is most common in pediatric patients involving the elbow?
What is the term for a carrying angle greater than 15 degrees at the elbow?
What is the term for a carrying angle greater than 15 degrees at the elbow?
What muscle condition is assessed by performing resisted wrist flexion?
What muscle condition is assessed by performing resisted wrist flexion?
Which test is performed to evaluate MCL stability at the elbow?
Which test is performed to evaluate MCL stability at the elbow?
What is the common presentation of olecranon bursitis?
What is the common presentation of olecranon bursitis?
What should be checked if a patient presents with an olecranon fracture?
What should be checked if a patient presents with an olecranon fracture?
Which direction are 90% of olecranon dislocations typically?
Which direction are 90% of olecranon dislocations typically?
What is the recommended treatment for olecranon bursitis?
What is the recommended treatment for olecranon bursitis?
In cases of olecranon dislocation, what must the provider check for due to potential associated fractures?
In cases of olecranon dislocation, what must the provider check for due to potential associated fractures?
What is the most common cause of an Olecranon Dislocation?
What is the most common cause of an Olecranon Dislocation?
Which nerve root is responsible for controlling finger flexion?
Which nerve root is responsible for controlling finger flexion?
What is the primary motion associated with the C7 nerve root?
What is the primary motion associated with the C7 nerve root?
Which nerve root provides sensory innervation to the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th fingers?
Which nerve root provides sensory innervation to the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th fingers?
What is the primary motion associated with the C6 nerve root?
What is the primary motion associated with the C6 nerve root?
Which special test is used to diagnose cervical disk herniation or spondylosis?
Which special test is used to diagnose cervical disk herniation or spondylosis?
What is the primary motion associated with the C5 nerve root?
What is the primary motion associated with the C5 nerve root?
Which nerve root provides sensory innervation to the medial elbow?
Which nerve root provides sensory innervation to the medial elbow?
Which nerve root provides sensory innervation to the 5th finger?
Which nerve root provides sensory innervation to the 5th finger?
What special test is used to assess for myelopathy?
What special test is used to assess for myelopathy?
Which nerve root provides sensory innervation to the lateral arm below the deltoid?
Which nerve root provides sensory innervation to the lateral arm below the deltoid?
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
