Compartment Syndrome Quiz

What is the normal compartment pressure?

• < 10 mmHg

• 20 mmHg

• 30 mmHg

• 40 mmHg

What are the 5 P's of compartment syndrome?

• Pain, Pallor, Pulselessness, Paralysis, Paresthesia

• Pain, Pressure, Pulses, Paralysis, Paresthesia

• Pain, Pallor, Pressure, Paresthesia, Pulses

• Pain, Paresthesia, Pressure, Paralysis, Pulses

What is the first step in managing compartment syndrome in the field?

• Provide pain control.

• Transport the patient immediately.

• Apply a tourniquet.

• Administer medication.

What happens if compartment syndrome is not treated within 4 hours?

• Irreversible injury occurs.

• The patient will recover spontaneously.

• There will be no effect.

• The pain will subside.

What is Rhabdomyolysis?

• A state where muscle membranes become unstable.

• A type of fracture.

• A nerve injury.

• A skin condition.

What is the effect of snakebites on compartment syndrome?

• They can cause rapid tissue swelling.

• They have no effect.

• They reduce the risk of compartment syndrome.

• They only affect the skin.

What is the primary symptom of compartment syndrome?

• Pain.

• Swelling.

• Numbness.

• Weakness.

What is the most common location for compartment syndrome to occur?

• Forearm.

• Calf.

• Hand.

• Thigh.

Which diagnostic tool is most commonly used to assess compartment pressure?

• Ultrasound.

• X-ray.

• CT scan.

• Manometry.

What is a potential long-term consequence of untreated compartment syndrome?

• Amputation.

• Full recovery without issues.

• Chronic pain.

• Increased muscle strength.