Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Quiz

What are the two main types of limb prosthesis mentioned in the text?

• Exoskeletal and Endoskeletal

• Mechanical and Hydraulics

• Symes and Partial Foot

• Vacuum and Suction

Which component of a prosthesis connects the prosthesis to the body?

• Appendage

• Socket

• Suspension system

• Interface

What is the purpose of a gel cushion interface in a prosthesis?

• To connect appendages and joints to the socket

• To connect the prosthesis to the body

• To support the body and transmit pressure

• To provide skin protection and modulate pressure

Which surgical procedure involves the removal of a portion of the pelvic girdle?

• Knee disarticulation

• Hip disarticulation

• Hemipelvectomy

• Symes amputation

What is the most common level of lower limb alteration?

• Transtibial amputation

• Transfemoral amputation

• Symes amputation

• Hip disarticulation

What is the advantage of a knee disarticulation amputation compared to a trans-femoral-level amputation?

• It matches the rotational center of the contralateral knee

• It retains the femoral condyles and improves distal load bearing

• It requires less attention to socket fit and suspension

• It allows for better center of rotation without increasing prosthesis width

What is the purpose of a carbon footplate in partial foot prostheses?

• To support the body and transmit pressure

• To connect the prosthesis to the body

• To restore the push-off lost from the removal of the front of the foot

• To provide skin protection and modulate pressure

Which type of amputation involves the removal of the entire lower extremity through the hip joint capsule?

• Knee disarticulation

• Transfemoral amputation

• Transtibial amputation

• Hip disarticulation

What is the purpose of a vacuum suspension system in a prosthesis?

• To provide skin protection and modulate pressure

• To remove air from the socket

• To hold the prosthesis to the residual limb

• To connect the prosthesis to the body

What is the main difference between an exoskeletal and an endoskeletal prosthesis?

• Endoskeletal prosthesis provides structural strength, while exoskeletal is covered by cosmetic foam

• Exoskeletal prosthesis is covered by cosmetic foam, while endoskeletal has a synthetic skin

• Endoskeletal prosthesis is permanently fixed, while exoskeletal is adjustable

• Exoskeletal prosthesis has a rigid outer shell, while endoskeletal has a tubular structure