#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of osteoarthritis?
Swelling and warmth of the affected joint
Morning stiffness that improves with activity
Pain that worsens with rest and improves with activity
Redness and tenderness of the affected joint
#2
What is the most appropriate initial management for acute low back pain?
Long-term opioid therapy
Bed rest for several days
Early mobilization and activity
Corticosteroid injections
#3
Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of osteoporosis?
Regular weight-bearing exercise
High intake of calcium and vitamin D
Family history of osteoarthritis
Long-term use of corticosteroids
#4
What is a common symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?
Numbness and tingling in the thumb and index finger
Pain localized to the wrist
Weakness of the elbow flexors
Pain radiating down the leg
#5
What is a common symptom of fibromyalgia?
Localized joint swelling
Intermittent fever
Widespread musculoskeletal pain
Persistent rash
#6
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of rheumatoid arthritis?
Asymmetric joint involvement
Presence of rheumatoid nodules
Morning stiffness lasting less than 30 minutes
Preservation of joint function
#7
What is the most appropriate initial imaging modality for suspected rotator cuff tear?
MRI arthrogram
Ultrasound
CT scan
X-ray
#8
Which of the following is a key feature of ankylosing spondylitis?
Peripheral joint involvement
Improvement of symptoms with rest
Presence of HLA-B27 antigen
Absence of back pain in the morning
#9
What is the primary treatment goal for patients with osteoarthritis?
Achieving complete pain relief
Halting disease progression
Restoring joint function
Reducing inflammation
#10
What is a typical symptom of plantar fasciitis?
Knee swelling
Hip pain
Heel pain with first steps in the morning
Neck stiffness
#11
Which of the following medications is commonly used for the treatment of gout?
Allopurinol
Methotrexate
Hydroxychloroquine
Etanercept
#12
Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated giant cell arteritis?
Corneal ulcers
Sensorineural hearing loss
Aseptic necrosis of the femoral head
Acute angle-closure glaucoma
#13
What is the primary pharmacologic treatment for polymyalgia rheumatica?
NSAIDs
Glucocorticoids
Methotrexate
Tumor necrosis factor inhibitors
#14
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of polymyositis?
Muscle weakness that improves with activity
Preservation of deep tendon reflexes
Elevated creatine kinase levels
Presence of Heberden's nodes
#15
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of reactive arthritis?
Symmetric joint involvement
Presence of rheumatoid nodules
Absence of preceding infection
Conjunctivitis and urethritis