Hip Content Review Quiz

Replacement of the femoral component ONLY in a hip replacement is named:

• hemiarthroplasty

• primary hip replacement

• secondary hip replacement

• unilateral hip replacement

Select two potential indicators for a primary total hip replacement.

• osteoarthritis

• avascular necrosis of the femoral head

• infection

• labral tear

The hip is dislocated in a posterior approach THR. Identify the combination of hip movements used to dislocate the hip in this procedure.

• Adduction, internal rotation, flexion

• Abduction, internal rotation, flexion

• Adduction, external rotation, extension

• Abduction, external rotation, flexion

In a direct anterior approach (DAA) THR, the hip is dislocated.

• True

• False

Select three risk factors for low velocity neck of femur fractures.

• Osteoporosis

• Slow walking speed

• Impaired vision

• Male gender

A grade 2 Garden classification fracture refers to a subcapital neck of femur fracture that is...

• Complete, non-displaced

• Incomplete, stable

• Complete, partially displaced

• Complete, displaced

The death of bone tissue in the femoral head due to a loss of blood supply is called...

A grade 2 Garden classification fracture is most commonly repaired with:

• screws (dynamic hip screws or cannulated screws)

• hip replacement (THR or hemiarthroplasty)

• open reduction external fixation

• plate and pins

The priorities of physiotherapy management day and day 1 post-operatively following THR are:

• Maintaining and/or building ROM

• SOEOB and mobilise as able

• Manage stairs 1xLA

• Independent showering and dressing

Physiotherapy-focused rehabilitation following a fractured NOF due to tripping and falling should include:

• Falls prevention education and strategies

• Plyometric exercises

• Vitamin C

• Isotonic muscle contractions