Deck 9: Musculoskeletal System Diseases and Disorders

Question 1

The type of fracture frequently found in children is:

A) Closed.
B) Open.
C) Greenstick.
D) Impacted.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

An abnormal inward curve of a portion of the spine, commonly known as swayback, is:

A) Lordosis.
B) Kyphosis.
C) Scoliosis.
D) Myosis.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

A test performed to diagnose systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is:

A) MRI.
B) CT.
C) Bone marrow biopsy.
D) Anti-DNA test.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Which of the following is usually the cause of a herniated intervertebral disk?

A) Insufficient bodily stores of vitamin D
B) Inadequate calcium intake
C) Malabsorption of nutrients
D) Spinal trauma from a fall or heavy lifting

Question 5

Ankylosis is the:

A) Immobility of a joint.
B) Destruction of joint cartilage.
C) Overproduction of synovial fluid.
D) Rupture of a synovial sac.

Question 6

An individual affected with Paget disease may experience:

A) A swelling or other deformity in the long bones.
B) A rapid onset of bone pain.
C) An acute bacterial infection.
D) A sudden increase in vitamin D.

Question 7

Treatment for deformities of the spine includes:

A) Physical therapy, exercise, back brace, surgery, and analgesics.
B) Exercise, back brace, and surgery only.
C) Back brace and analgesics only.
D) Surgery only.

Question 8

An infection of bone-forming tissue characterized by inflammation, edema, and circulatory congestion of the bone marrow is known as:

A) Osteoporosis.
B) Osteomalacia.
C) Osteomyelitis.
D) Paget disease.

Question 9

The group that is at higher risk for developing osteoporosis is:

A) Postmenopausal.
B) Early 30s.
C) Early 40s.
D) Teenagers.

Question 10

Which of the following statements about osteoporosis is false?

A) It is a metabolic disease.
B) The total bone mass is less than expected.
C) The prognosis is excellent.
D) There is no detectable abnormality of bone composition.

Question 11

Another term for humpback is:

A) Lordosis.
B) Kyphosis.
C) Scoliosis.
D) Myosis.

Question 12

Which of the following diseases is a chronic inflammatory process of the joints and bones?

A) Osteoporosis
B) Rheumatoid arthritis
C) Osteoarthritis
D) Osteitis deformans

Question 13

A chronic skeletal disease characterized by an initial phase of a high rate of bone turnover is:

A) Osteoporosis.
B) Osteomyelitis.
C) Osteoarthritis
D) Osteitis deformans.

Question 14

The first test to confirm an intervertebral herniated disk is:

A) MRI.
B) CT.
C) X-ray study.
D) Straight-leg-raising test.

Question 15

The treatment for myasthenia gravis includes:

A) NSAIDs.
B) Anticholinesterase drugs.
C) Corticosteroids.
D) Both B and C

Question 16

The most common bacterial cause of osteomyelitis is:

A) Staphylococcus aureus.
B) Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
C) Streptococcus organisms.
D) Proteus organisms.

Question 17

The treatment of osteoporosis include(s):

A) Increased dietary calcium.
B) Increased phosphate supplements.
C) Multivitamins.
D) All of the above

Question 18

A break in the bone in which a piece of the bone protrudes through the skin is a/an:

A) Closed fracture.
B) Compound fracture.
C) Greenstick fracture.
D) Impacted fracture.

Question 19

Diagnostic procedures for osteomyelitis include:

A) Blood cultures.
B) Cultures from the site of injury.
C) Bone scan of infected area.
D) All of the above

Question 20

The signs and symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome include:

A) Pain, usually worse in the morning.
B) Burning pain, weakness, and tingling in the wrist.
C) A strong grip or clenched fist.
D) Noncompression of the medial wrist nerve.

Question 21

Skeletal muscle is also called voluntary muscle.

Question 22

A chronic, progressive neuromuscular disease that produces sporadic weakness and exhaustion of skeletal muscles is called:

A) Osteoporosis.
B) Polymyositis.
C) Myasthenia gravis.
D) Systemic lupus erythematosus.

Question 23

The treatment of a sprain or strain is usually:

A) Surgical repair.
B) Administration of vitamin D.
C) Resting and elevating the affecting part.
D) Steroid therapy.

Question 24

Prevention of tendonitis includes:

A) Avoidance of strenuous exercise.
B) Avoidance of contamination after trauma.
C) Ensuring adequate dietary vitamin D intake.
D) Ensuring adequate dietary calcium intake, especially milk.

Question 25

A chronic disorder of uric acid metabolism is:

A) Rheumatoid arthritis.
B) Osteitis deformans.
C) Osteoporosis.
D) Gout.

Question 26

The most frequent initial manifestation of polymyositis is:

A) Drooping eyelids.
B) Double vision.
C) Weakened leg and pelvis muscles.
D) Muscle weakness in hips and thighs.

Question 27

Cancellous bone refers to the dense hard tissue found in the shafts of long bones.

Question 28

Which of the following statements about SLE is true?

A) SLE affects men much more than women and cannot be prevented.
B) Rashes may appear on any part of the body.
C) SLE is treated with anti-inflammatory drugs.
D) B and C only

Question 29

Which of the following statements about osteoarthritis is not true?

A) It results in degeneration of joint cartilage.
B) It results in hypertrophy of the surrounding bone.
C) It affects mostly weight-bearing bones.
D) None of the above

Question 30

The adult skeletal system is made up of two parts-the axial skeletal system and the perpendicular skeletal system.

Question 31

Spongy bone is less dense and found at the ends of long bones.

Question 32

A chronic, systemic, inflammatory disease affecting the synovial membranes of multiple joints is called:

A) Osteoporosis.
B) Rheumatoid arthritis.
C) Osteoarthritis.
D) Gout.

Question 33

Treatment of gout includes:

A) Bed rest, analgesics, and low-purine diet.
B) Immobilization of the affected part.
C) Local applications of heat or cold.
D) All of the above

Question 34

A tearing or stretching of a ligament surrounding a joint is called a:

A) Sprain.
B) Strain.
C) Bursitis.
D) Tendonitis.

Question 35

Smooth muscle is also called visceral muscle and is found in the walls of organs.

Question 36

The skeleton provides physical support and protection for the organs.

Question 37

Inflammation of a thin-walled sac lined with synovial tissue is called:

A) Sprains.
B) Strains.
C) Bursitis.
D) Tendonitis.

Question 38

A chronic, progressive disease of connective tissue characterized by edema, inflammation, and degeneration of skeletal muscles is called:

A) Osteoporosis.
B) Polymyositis.
C) Paget disease.
D) Systemic lupus erythematosus.

Question 39

Which of the following statements is true concerning rheumatoid arthritis?

A) It can destroy cartilage and erode bone.
B) It is characterized by spontaneous remissions and unpredictable exacerbations.
C) The cause may be metabolic, renal, or both.
D) A and B

Question 40

The classic symptom of a bone neoplasm is:

A) Bone pain.
B) Weight loss.
C) Joint deformities.
D) Muscle weakness.

Question 41

All dislocations require surgery for realignment.

Question 42

Tendonitis, an inflammation of a tendon, is usually found in the rotator cuff, hip, Achilles tendon, or hamstring.

Question 43

Another name for an incomplete partial fracture is a stress fracture.

Question 44

Fibromyalgia is characterized by pain in the ligaments, constant fatigue, and muscle tenderness.

Question 45

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Difficulty swallowing
b.Occurs from a sudden impact to the joint
c.Drooping eyelid
d.Intermittent interruptions of blood supply to the fingers and toes
e.Difficulty speaking
f.Cracking sound due to the grating of bones
g.Blood clot
h.The strength and power of an organism
i.Immobility of joint
j.Sensation of numbness, prickling, or tingling
Raynaud phenomenon

Question 46

Closed reduction of a fracture involves metal plates, screws, or rods.

Question 47

Plantar fasciitis is a rare condition that is a result of irritation of the ligament on the bottom of the foot.

Question 48

Osteoporosis is a congenital condition.

Question 49

Systemic lupus erythematosus is a condition in which the muscles and skin turn red.

Question 50

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Difficulty swallowing
b.Occurs from a sudden impact to the joint
c.Drooping eyelid
d.Intermittent interruptions of blood supply to the fingers and toes
e.Difficulty speaking
f.Cracking sound due to the grating of bones
g.Blood clot
h.The strength and power of an organism
i.Immobility of joint
j.Sensation of numbness, prickling, or tingling
Crepitation

Question 51

Rheumatoid arthritis is a known autoimmune disease.

Question 52

A comminuted fracture is one in which the bone is splintered into pieces.

Question 53

A luxation occurs when a bone is separated from a joint.

Question 54

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Difficulty swallowing
b.Occurs from a sudden impact to the joint
c.Drooping eyelid
d.Intermittent interruptions of blood supply to the fingers and toes
e.Difficulty speaking
f.Cracking sound due to the grating of bones
g.Blood clot
h.The strength and power of an organism
i.Immobility of joint
j.Sensation of numbness, prickling, or tingling
Dislocation

Question 55

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Difficulty swallowing
b.Occurs from a sudden impact to the joint
c.Drooping eyelid
d.Intermittent interruptions of blood supply to the fingers and toes
e.Difficulty speaking
f.Cracking sound due to the grating of bones
g.Blood clot
h.The strength and power of an organism
i.Immobility of joint
j.Sensation of numbness, prickling, or tingling
Ankylosis

Question 56

A complementary therapy for rheumatoid arthritis is 8 to 10 hours of sleep every night.

Question 57

Physical therapy will cure osteoarthritis.

Question 58

Musculoskeletal diseases and disorders occur most often in elderly clients.

Question 59

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Difficulty swallowing
b.Occurs from a sudden impact to the joint
c.Drooping eyelid
d.Intermittent interruptions of blood supply to the fingers and toes
e.Difficulty speaking
f.Cracking sound due to the grating of bones
g.Blood clot
h.The strength and power of an organism
i.Immobility of joint
j.Sensation of numbness, prickling, or tingling
Embolism

Question 60

One treatment of Paget disease is physical therapy to improve muscle strength.

Question 61

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Difficulty swallowing
b.Occurs from a sudden impact to the joint
c.Drooping eyelid
d.Intermittent interruptions of blood supply to the fingers and toes
e.Difficulty speaking
f.Cracking sound due to the grating of bones
g.Blood clot
h.The strength and power of an organism
i.Immobility of joint
j.Sensation of numbness, prickling, or tingling
Blepharoptosis

Question 62

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Difficulty swallowing
b.Occurs from a sudden impact to the joint
c.Drooping eyelid
d.Intermittent interruptions of blood supply to the fingers and toes
e.Difficulty speaking
f.Cracking sound due to the grating of bones
g.Blood clot
h.The strength and power of an organism
i.Immobility of joint
j.Sensation of numbness, prickling, or tingling
Paresthesia

Question 63

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Difficulty swallowing
b.Occurs from a sudden impact to the joint
c.Drooping eyelid
d.Intermittent interruptions of blood supply to the fingers and toes
e.Difficulty speaking
f.Cracking sound due to the grating of bones
g.Blood clot
h.The strength and power of an organism
i.Immobility of joint
j.Sensation of numbness, prickling, or tingling
Dysphasia

Question 64

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Difficulty swallowing
b.Occurs from a sudden impact to the joint
c.Drooping eyelid
d.Intermittent interruptions of blood supply to the fingers and toes
e.Difficulty speaking
f.Cracking sound due to the grating of bones
g.Blood clot
h.The strength and power of an organism
i.Immobility of joint
j.Sensation of numbness, prickling, or tingling
Dysphagia

Question 65

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Difficulty swallowing
b.Occurs from a sudden impact to the joint
c.Drooping eyelid
d.Intermittent interruptions of blood supply to the fingers and toes
e.Difficulty speaking
f.Cracking sound due to the grating of bones
g.Blood clot
h.The strength and power of an organism
i.Immobility of joint
j.Sensation of numbness, prickling, or tingling
Virulence