#1
Which of the following is NOT a component of musculoskeletal assessment?
Range of motion
Muscle strength testing
Electrocardiogram
Palpation
#2
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of osteoarthritis?
Symmetrical joint involvement
Morning stiffness lasting less than 30 minutes
Systemic inflammation
Bony nodules
#3
Which of the following is a common cause of low back pain?
Gout
Sciatica
Bursitis
Plantar fasciitis
#4
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for osteoporosis?
Smoking
Regular weight-bearing exercise
Excessive alcohol consumption
High calcium intake
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of rheumatoid arthritis?
Symmetrical joint involvement
Presence of Heberden's nodes
Morning stiffness lasting less than 30 minutes
High levels of uric acid in blood
#6
What is the purpose of assessing muscle strength in musculoskeletal evaluation?
To measure the electrical activity of muscles
To evaluate the integrity of tendons
To assess the force a muscle can generate
To examine bone density
#7
Which of the following tests is commonly used to assess spinal alignment?
Homan's sign
Babinski reflex
Straight leg raise
Adam's forward bend test
#8
What is the primary symptom of a rotator cuff tear?
Pain with overhead activities
Numbness and tingling in the fingers
Pain with walking
Weakness in the lower extremities
#9
Which imaging modality is often used to diagnose stress fractures?
X-ray
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Computed tomography (CT)
Ultrasound
#10
Which muscle is commonly affected in rotator cuff tendinopathy?
Trapezius
Deltoid
Supraspinatus
Gluteus medius
#11
Which of the following is a symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?
Pain in the shoulder
Weakness in the ankle
Numbness and tingling in the hand
Stiffness in the knee
#12
What is the primary symptom of plantar fasciitis?
Pain along the bottom of the foot
Pain in the hip
Stiffness in the neck
Weakness in the hand
#13
Which of the following is a common treatment for lateral epicondylitis?
Wrist splinting
Hamstring stretching
Ankle taping
Quad strengthening exercises
#14
What is the primary symptom of an ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) tear?
Swelling in the elbow
Pain in the shoulder
Popping sensation in the knee
Weakness in the ankle
#15
Which imaging technique is most appropriate for evaluating soft tissue injuries?
X-ray
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Ultrasound
Computed tomography (CT)
#16
What is the primary purpose of the Ottawa Ankle Rules?
To assess for possible ankle fractures
To evaluate tendonitis
To measure ankle flexibility
To test for ligament sprains
#17
In musculoskeletal assessment, what does a positive Phalen's test indicate?
Carpal tunnel syndrome
De Quervain's tenosynovitis
Rotator cuff tear
Piriformis syndrome
#18
What is the primary goal of musculoskeletal rehabilitation?
To relieve pain temporarily
To restore function and prevent disability
To achieve immediate cure
To promote long-term bed rest
#19
Which of the following is NOT a component of the SLR (Straight Leg Raise) test?
Flexion of the hip
Extension of the knee
Abduction of the hip
Dorsiflexion of the ankle
#20
What is the primary treatment for an acute muscle strain?
Immediate surgery
RICE protocol (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)
Corticosteroid injections
Manual therapy
#21
Which of the following is a sign of a potential meniscus tear in the knee?
Locking or catching sensation
Radiating pain down the leg
Pain with flexion of the elbow
Swelling around the wrist
#22
What is a potential complication of delayed treatment of compartment syndrome?
Joint dislocation
Muscle atrophy
Nerve damage
Tendon rupture
#23
Which of the following is a common cause of Achilles tendinitis?
High-impact running
Low-impact cycling
Swimming
Pilates
#24
What is the primary goal of a fasciotomy?
To repair a torn ligament
To relieve pressure within a muscle compartment
To stabilize a fractured bone
To remove bone spurs
#25
Which of the following is a common symptom of a herniated lumbar disc?
Pain radiating down the arm
Weakness in the neck
Pain radiating down the leg
Stiffness in the shoulder