Pathophysiology of Injuries and Diseases Quiz
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What is the main function of the patella?
A. To protect the knee joint
B. To connect the thigh muscles to the lower leg
C. To produce synovial fluid
D. To stabilize the ankle joint
What is a common characteristic of a Grade 1 muscle strain?
A. Complete rupture of muscle fibers
B. Some fibers are stretched or torn
C. Severe swelling and bruising
D. Total loss of movement
What is a common treatment for a muscle strain?
A. Immediate surgery
B. Rest, ice, compression, and elevation
C. Increased physical activity
D. Heat therapy only
Which type of fracture involves the bone breaking through the skin?
A. Closed fracture
B. Open fracture
C. Stress fracture
D. Greenstick fracture
An ACL sprain is a tear of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament located in the ___________.
A. knee
B. femur
C. fibula
D. tibia
Which type of cartilage is found on the articulating surfaces of bones?
A. Fibrocartilage
B. Hyaline cartilage
C. Elastic cartilage
D. Dense connective tissue
Chronic injuries can be caused by
A. wearing proper footwear when running.
B. resting after you have finished training.
C. maintaining good technique all the time.
D. not allowing enough time for recovery nor the injury to heal.
What is a common sign of a ligament tear?
A. Localized swelling and bruising
B. Increased range of motion
C. Complete numbness in the area
D. Persistent sharp pain without movement
What is the primary cause of cartilage damage?
A. Poor nutrition
B. Inadequate blood supply
C. Excessive weight
D. Genetic factors
Strains occur to what structure?
A. Bones
B. Ligaments
C. Skin
D. Muscle
Sprains occur when ________ at the joints get stretched and torn.
A. tendons
B. ligaments
C. nerves
D. bones
What is the primary purpose of the meniscus in the knee joint?
A. To provide cushioning and stability
B. To connect muscles to bones
C. To produce synovial fluid
D. To facilitate blood flow
What is the typical healing time for a ligament sprain?
A. 1-2 weeks
B. 12-18 months
C. 6-12 weeks
D. 3-6 months
What is a common symptom of a muscle tear?
A. Sudden sharp pain
B. Persistent dull ache
C. Increased flexibility
D. Complete numbness
What is the main characteristic of tendinosis?
A. Complete rupture of the tendon
B. Acute pain during movement
C. Significant tendon degeneration
D. Inflammation of the tendon
