RS2 - Unit 1 -LL #

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT listed as a skill objective for this unit?

• Prepare for therapy interventions appropriately

• Implement therapy interventions appropriately

• Carry out documentation & reporting appropriately

• Diagnose lower limb fractures

Open Ended

Describe the actions performed by the muscles located at the ankle joint.

Multiple Select

Which of the following muscles are involved in hip adduction?

• Adductor longus

• Pectineus

• Gluteus Maximus

• Gracilis

Multiple Choice

Which muscle group is primarily responsible for hip flexion?

• Iliopsoas

• Gluteus Maximus

• Quadriceps

• Hamstrings

Multiple Choice

Which muscle is NOT part of the gluteal group?

• Gluteus Maximus

• Gluteus Medius

• Gluteus Minimus

• Iliopsoas

Fill in the Blank

The muscle group responsible for knee extension is the ___.

Open Ended

Explain how a femoral fracture could impact the function of the lower limb muscles.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a conservative treatment for a hip fracture as shown in the image?

• Hip spica cast

• ORIF surgery

• External fixation

• Traction only

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are possible treatments for a tibia shaft fracture as depicted in the images?

• POP cast

• ORIF incision

• IM nailing

• All of the above

Fill in the Blank

The cast shown in the image is used for immobilizing which joint?

Fill in the Blank

Fill in the blank: One of the short term rehab goals for lower limb fractures is to control ___.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a short term rehab goal for lower limb fractures during the first week of in-patient stay?

• Maintain clear airways

• Maximise LL strength and ROM

• Prevent bed sores and DVT

• Achieve full PROM/AROM of affected joint

Open Ended

List two key goals of medium term rehabilitation for lower limb fractures (weeks 2-6) in a subacute ward or community hospital.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are long term rehab goals for lower limb fractures after more than 6 weeks?

• Maximise function in ADL, work & leisure

• Control oedema

• Ensure patient is able to perform home maintenance exercise programme

• Prevent bed sores and DVT

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an OT & PT rehabilitation intervention for lower limb fractures?

• ROM exercises

• Dietary modification

• Speech therapy

• Chemotherapy

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should be observed before starting therapy?

• Fatigue

• Mental state

• Quality of movement

• Pain

Open Ended

List two key observations that should be made during therapy to ensure patient safety.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are important to check after therapy?

• Muscle tremors

• Mental state

• Body check for new bruises or bleeds

• Work of breathing

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a reason why observation is important in therapy?

• Detecting significant changes in client’s presentation

• Providing early detection to undiagnosed illnesses

• Ensuring the client is always comfortable

• Picking up early signs of distress or discomfort

Open Ended

Why might observation be more revealing than a patient’s report?

Fill in the Blank

Observation is useful in monitoring client’s ___ especially when they are non-communicative.

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's session, how confident do you feel in your ability to prepare, implement, and document therapy interventions for lower limb fractures? What areas would you like to explore further?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the unit objectives for Rehabilitation Studies 2: Fractures of the Lower Limb?

• Prepare for therapy interventions appropriately

• Implement therapy interventions appropriately

• Carry out documentation & reporting appropriately

• Diagnose fractures independently