EMT Chapter 32 Quiz

​A ____________ is a musculoskeletal injury in which there is partial or temporary separation of the bone ends as

well as partial stretching or tearing of the supporting ligaments.

Select one:

A. Dislocation

B. Sprain

C. Strain

D. Fracture

Question 2

A fracture caused by minimal force that is associated with diseases such as cancer and osteoporosis is called a

__________ fracture.

Select one:

A. pathologic

B. comminuted

C. transverse

D. greenstick

Question 3

A(n) __________ fracture occurs in the growth section of a child’s bone and might lead to bone growth

abnormalities.

Select one:

A. epiphyseal

B. greenstick

C. metaphyseal

D. diaphyseal

Question 4

Atrophy is a condition that occurs when:

Select one:

A. muscle decreases in size and function because of disease or trauma.

B. carbon dioxide, lactic acid, and other wastes accumulate in the muscle.

C. the tendons that attach muscle to bone become stretched or injured.

D. increased use of skeletal muscle causes an increase in its strength.

Question 5

Bone marrow produces:

Select one:

A. electrolytes.

B. platelets.

C. lymphocytes.

D. blood cells.

Question 6

Common signs and symptoms of a sprain include all of the following, except:

Select one:

A. guarding.

B. ecchymosis.

C. swelling.

D. deformity.

Question 7

In which of the following situations should the EMT splint an injured limb in the position of deformity?

Select one:

A. If a traction splint will be used to immobilize the injured extremity

B. If resistance is encountered or the patient experiences severe pain

C. If transport time to the hospital is greater than 20 to 30 minutes

D. When distal circulation and neurological functions are absent

Question 8

Of the following musculoskeletal injuries, which is the least severe?

Select one:

A. An amputation of an extremity

B. Open fractures of a long bone

C. Nondisplaced pelvic fracture

D. Multiple closed long bone fractures

Question 9

Skeletal muscle is also referred to as __________ muscle.

Select one:

A. smooth

B. striated

C. connective

D. involuntary

Question 10

Skeletal muscle is attached to the bone by tough, ropelike fibrous structures called:

Select one:

A. cartilage.

B. fascia.

C. ligaments.

D. tendons.

Question 11

The act of pulling on a body structure in the direction of its normal alignment is called:

Select one:

A. traction.

B. stabilization.

C. immobilization.

D. reduction.

Question 12

The most commonly fractured bone(s) in the body is the:

Select one:

A. midshaft femur.

B. clavicle.

C. radius and ulna.

D. scapula.

Question 13

The musculoskeletal system refers to the:

Select one:

A. involuntary muscles of the nervous system.

B. bones and voluntary muscles of the body.

C. nervous system’s control over the muscles.

D. connective tissue that supports the skeleton.

Question 14

Traction splints primarily immobilize and secure fractures of the:

Select one:

A. pelvis.

B. hip.

C. humerus.

D. femur.

Question 15

When splinting a possible fracture of the foot, it is most important for the EMT to:

Select one:

A. use a pillow as a splint.

B. apply a pneumatic splint.

C. observe for tissue swelling.

D. leave the toes exposed.

Question 16

Which of the following fractures has the greatest potential for internal blood loss and shock?

Select one:

A. Hip

B. Pelvis

C. Femur

D. Humerus

Question 17

Which of the following statements regarding compartment syndrome is correct?

Select one:

A. In most cases, compartment syndrome develops within a few minutes after an injury.

B. Most cases of compartment syndrome occur following a severe fracture of the pelvis.

C. Compartment syndrome occurs because of increased pressure within the bone cavity.

D. Compartment syndrome typically develops within 6 to 12 hours after an injury.

Question 18

Which of the following statements regarding striated muscle is correct?

Select one:

A. Striated muscle tissue is attached directly to the bones by tough bands of cartilage.

B. Striated muscle is involuntary because you have no conscious control over it.

C. Most of the body’s striated muscle is found within the walls of the blood vessels.

D. It forms the major muscle mass of the body and usually crosses at least one joint.

Question 19

Which of the following structures is regulated by smooth muscle?

Select one:

A. Heart

B. Skeleton

C. Blood vessels

D. Diaphragm

Question 20

Which of the following types of muscle is under direct voluntary control of the brain?

Select one:

A. Cardiac

B. Skeletal

C. Autonomic

D. Smooth