Question 1

Mr. B is a maintenance worker at a junior college. While changing bulbs in an overhead fixture in a stairway in one of the buildings on campus, he lost his balance, fell from a ladder, and experienced a fracture of his leg. You have been asked to review his case for Worker's Compensation purposes. You note that the physician has described the injury as a "complicated fracture of the left femur." This means that the break in the bone:

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A "complicated fracture" refers to a fracture where there is injury to surrounding structures such as blood vessels, nerves, or other tissues.

Question 2

In general, when working with individuals with musculoskeletal disorders to help them evaluate vocational potential, it is important to consider that:

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When working with individuals with musculoskeletal disorders, it is important to consider the physical demands of the job, including the amount of lifting, bending, and stooping required. This can help ensure that the individual is able to perform the job without exacerbating their condition or risking further injury. It is not accurate to assume that most people with musculoskeletal disorders are never able to return to work or that there is a gradual cognitive decline associated with these conditions. Additionally, mild to moderate psychological stress may be manageable for some individuals with musculoskeletal disorders, so it is not necessary to rule out all jobs with this characteristic.

Question 3

Two general issues for most individuals with musculoskeletal disorders are:

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Pain and movement are common issues experienced by individuals with musculoskeletal disorders. Pain can limit their ability to perform daily activities and movements can be restricted due to injuries or joint/muscle stiffness. Although the other options mentioned (sensation and perception, sleep and wakefulness, cognitive and psychological function) may also be affected by musculoskeletal disorders, they are not as universally experienced as pain and movement issues.

Question 4

In evaluating Mr. G's medical report, you note that the physician has stated that he needs to avoid inversion of the leg due to his joint deformity. In helping him to prepare to go back to work, you would know that he will need to avoid any movements which cause him to move his leg:

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Inversion of the leg refers to the movement of the sole towards the midline of the body, which is an inward movement. Therefore, Mr. G should avoid movements that cause his leg to move inward.

Question 5

Mrs. P had worked as a legal secretary until she developed carpal tunnel syndrome. She has now been referred for surgery. Based on your knowledge of carpal tunnel syndrome, you know that she will have surgery involving the:

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Carpal tunnel syndrome affects the hand and wrist, so surgery to treat the condition would also focus on the hand and wrist.

Question 6

Degenerative spondylolisthesis refers to:

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Degenerative spondylolisthesis refers to the forward slippage of a vertebrae into the one below.

Question 7

Short bones are found in

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Short bones are typically found in the hands and feet, also known as the appendicular skeleton. These bones are often cube-shaped or have a similar length and width, such as in the wrist bones (carpals) and ankle bones (tarsals). Short bones are not typically found in the skull or mandible, and while there are small bones in the arms and legs, they are not classified as short bones.

Question 8

Ms. M tells you that recently she experienced a fracture where the bone was shattered. What type of facture is this?

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A comminuted fracture is when the bone is broken into several pieces or shattered, which is described by Ms. M.

Question 9

All of the following are types of connective tissue except

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Joints are not a type of connective tissue. They are the points where two or more bones meet.

Question 10

List and describe different types of general treatments that may be used for musculoskeletal conditions.

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Question 11

What are the differences between strains and sprains?

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Question 12

What are the three conditions that contribute to back pain?

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Question 13

Explain the composition of a bone?

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Question 14

How is osteoporosis managed?

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Question 15

How do bursitis, tendonitis, and tenosynovitis differ?

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Question 16

What are the vocational issues related to carpal tunnel syndrome?

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Question 17

What is osteoarthritis and the manifestations of this condition?

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Question 18

Describe the vocational issues related to back pain.

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Question 19

What are the manifestations of fibromyalgia?

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Quiz 24: Structure, Function, and Common Conditions of the Musculoskeletal System