#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of osteoarthritis?
Pain that worsens with rest and improves with activity
ExplanationActivity-dependent pain
#2
What is the most appropriate initial management for acute low back pain?
Early mobilization and activity
ExplanationEarly movement
#3
Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of osteoporosis?
Long-term use of corticosteroids
ExplanationCorticosteroid use risk
#4
What is a common symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?
Numbness and tingling in the thumb and index finger
ExplanationThumb and index finger tingling
#5
What is a common symptom of fibromyalgia?
Widespread musculoskeletal pain
ExplanationWidespread pain
#6
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of rheumatoid arthritis?
Presence of rheumatoid nodules
ExplanationRheumatoid nodules
#7
What is the most appropriate initial imaging modality for suspected rotator cuff tear?
Ultrasound
ExplanationUltrasound for initial assessment
#8
Which of the following is a key feature of ankylosing spondylitis?
Presence of HLA-B27 antigen
ExplanationHLA-B27 presence
#9
What is the primary treatment goal for patients with osteoarthritis?
Restoring joint function
ExplanationJoint function restoration
#10
What is a typical symptom of plantar fasciitis?
Heel pain with first steps in the morning
ExplanationMorning heel pain
#11
Which of the following medications is commonly used for the treatment of gout?
Allopurinol
ExplanationCommon gout medication
#12
Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated giant cell arteritis?
Sensorineural hearing loss
ExplanationPotential hearing loss complication
#13
What is the primary pharmacologic treatment for polymyalgia rheumatica?
Glucocorticoids
ExplanationGlucocorticoids as primary treatment
#14
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of polymyositis?
Elevated creatine kinase levels
ExplanationHigh creatine kinase levels
#15
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of reactive arthritis?
Conjunctivitis and urethritis
ExplanationConjunctivitis and urethritis