Musculoskeletal Pathophysiology Quiz
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Which type of arthritis develops when joint cartilage just “wears out”?
A. osteoarthritis
B. rheumatoid arthritis
C. septic arthritis
D. gouty arthritis
What is NOT a contributing factor to the development of osteoporosis?
A. Being physically Active
B. Family history
C. A diet low in calcium and vitamin D
D. Decline in estrogen
A nursing student is working on a presentation explaining differences in osteoarthritis vs rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following statements indicates a need for further teaching?
A. “RA is characterized by remissions and exacerbations.”
B. “OA is an autoimmune condition involving multiple joints.”
C. “OA may be caused by excessive mechanical stress on the joint.”
D. “RA usually affects joints bilaterally.”
What injury is this?
A. Sprain
B. Dislocation
C. Fracture
D. Strain
What happens when calcium levels are low?
A. increase in bone density
B. bone decreases in size
C. decrease in bone density
D. stiffening of the bone
What type of fracture is this?
A. Hairline
B. Greenstick
C. Comminuted
D. Simple
Chuku describes L big toe pain. Chuku had these radiographs taken. What type of arthritic condition is this imaging finding commonly found with?
A. Post traumatic arthritis
B. Rheumatoid arthritis
C. Neuropathic arthritis
D. Gout
TRUE or FALSE
A sprain is a traumatic injury to a ligament
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
What type of fracture is this?
A. Comminuted
B. Open
C. Closed
D. Spiral
What is a partial dislocation called?
A. Subluxation
B. Dislocation
C. Displaced
D. Longitudinal
Osteoporosis can increase a person’s risk for __________.
A. heart disease
B. bone fractures
C. cancer
D. diabetes
What type of fracture is this? (Hint: it’s across the bone)
A. Dorsal
B. Closed
C. Linear
D. Transverse
What type of fracture is this?
A. Comminuted
B. Open
C. Closed
D. Spiral
What is the most common benign bone tumor?
A. Osteochondroma
B. Osteosarcoma
C. Chondrosarcoma
D. Ewing sarcoma
Which disease is characterized by the formation of uric acid crystals in the joints?
A. osteoporosis
B. scoliosis
C. rickets
D. gout