Question 1

In the following image of the elbow, which of the following injuries has been sustained?

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Question 2

If a patient suffers an elbow dislocation, what nerve(s) can be compromised?

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Elbow dislocations can compromise both the median and ulnar nerves due to their proximity to the elbow joint. The musculocutaneous nerve is less commonly affected in such injuries.

Question 3

A softball catcher complains of loss of motor function of her fingers and sensory loss in her forearm. Her fingers are also beginning to form a contracture. She had an elbow dislocation 3 weeks ago. What is probably wrong with this athlete?

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Volkmann's contracture is a condition that results from inadequate blood flow to the forearm, often due to a complication of a fracture or dislocation, such as an elbow dislocation. It leads to muscle and nerve damage in the forearm, causing loss of motor function, sensory loss, and contractures in the fingers.

Question 4

What condition is illustrated in the following image of the elbow?

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Question 5

The humeroradial inferior glide demonstrated in this video is utilized to increase which of the following?

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Question 6

In the context of the rehabilitation of the elbow, the initial stage of strength exercises should include

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Subpainful submaximal isometric exercises are typically used in the initial stage of rehabilitation to strengthen muscles without causing pain or further injury.

Question 7

Which of the following would be an inappropriate body structure to palpate during the palpation section of the elbow?

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Question 8

What artery does the subclavian become?

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The subclavian artery becomes the axillary artery as it passes the lateral border of the first rib, continuing into the armpit area.

Question 9

What artery is involved in a Volkmann's contracture?

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Volkmann's contracture is a condition that results from ischemia and necrosis of the forearm muscles, often due to a compartment syndrome following an injury. It is most commonly associated with disruption of blood flow in the brachial artery, which supplies the arm and, indirectly, the forearm muscles.

Quiz 23: The Elbow