Lesson 4.5 : Common Injuries & Disorders of the Skeletal System

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a common bone injury?

• Fractures

• Avulsions

• Epiphyseal injuries

• Arthritis

Open Ended

Explain how avulsion fractures occur and provide an example of a movement that may cause this type of injury.

Multiple Choice

What is the main difference between a mallet finger avulsion injury and a calcaneal tuberosity avulsion fracture?

• Location of the injury

• Type of bone involved

• Severity of the fracture

• Age group affected

Multiple Select

Which of the following are symptoms or signs of a bone fracture?

• Swelling

• Tenderness

• Bruising

• Fever

Multiple Choice

Which type of fracture occurs when the bone ends remain within the surrounding soft tissues?

• Simple fracture

• Compound fracture

• Comminuted fracture

• Greenstick fracture

Multiple Select

Which of the following are types of fractures shown in the diagram?

• Simple

• Compound

• Greenstick

• Comminuted

Open Ended

Explain why greenstick fractures are more common in children than in adults.

Open Ended

Describe the steps involved in diagnosing and treating a bone fracture.

Multiple Choice

What type of fracture is caused by twisting a bone excessively?

• Greenstick fracture

• Stress fracture

• Comminuted fracture

• Spiral fracture

Open Ended

Describe how X-rays are used in the diagnosis of bone fractures and why they are important.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are methods used to diagnose a stress fracture?

• X-ray

• CT scan

• MRI

• Blood test

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common cause of stress fractures?

• Repetitive activity that overwhelms a bone’s ability to self-repair

• Sudden trauma to the bone

• Genetic bone disorders

• Lack of calcium in the diet

Multiple Choice

Which athletes are most prone to stress fractures, and in which bones do these fractures most commonly occur?

• Runners and athletes in soccer, basketball, gymnastics, and tennis; tibia and metatarsals

• Swimmers; humerus and radius

• Cyclists; femur and pelvis

• Weightlifters; vertebrae and ribs

Multiple Choice

What is an apophysis?

• A site where a tendon attaches to a bone

• A type of bone fracture

• A joint between two bones

• A blood vessel in the bone

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the role of the apophysis in epiphyseal injuries?

• It is the site where the quadriceps muscle attaches to the tibia and can become inflamed during adolescent growth spurts.

• It is the main site of bone fracture in adults.

• It is responsible for producing red blood cells.

• It is the location of calcium storage in the body.

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about Osgood-Schlatter Disease is/are correct?

• It is caused by overuse of the quadriceps in adolescent athletes.

• It can be prevented by avoiding excessive, repetitive physical activity involving the quadriceps.

• Diagnosis can be confirmed by physical exam and X-ray.

• It is most common in adults over 40.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a symptom of hypercalcemia?

• Slowed reflexes

• Increased bone brittleness

• Improved nerve conduction

• Excessive bleeding

Multiple Select

What are ways to prevent herniated disc? Select all that apply:

• regular exercise

• good posture

• healthy weight

• heavy lifting

Multiple Choice

What is the most common site for an sprain injury?

• Toe

• Wrist

• Ankle

• Elbow

Multiple Select

Common dislocation sites include: (Select all that apply)

• Shoulder

• Finger

• Knees

• Elbows

Multiple Choice

Bursitis is an overuse injury that produces __________ and ___________ of the bursae due to friction.

• friction & compression

• irritation & inflammation

• fluid & bruising

• fractures & sprains

Open Ended

Reflecting on Lesson 4.5, what is one strategy you would use to prevent injuries or disorders of the skeletal system in your daily life?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a consequence of osteoporosis?

• Increased bone density

• Decreased bone density

• Improved joint flexibility

• Enhanced muscle strength