Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Quiz

What is the most common compressive focal mononeuropathy?

• Tendonitis

• Carpal tunnel syndrome

• Cubital tunnel syndrome

• Radial nerve palsy

Which nerve is compressed in carpal tunnel syndrome?

• Median nerve

• Ulnar nerve

• Musculocutaneous nerve

• Radial nerve

What is a common symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?

• Paresthesia

• Headaches

• Nausea

• Dizziness

Which demographic is more commonly affected by carpal tunnel syndrome?

• Elderly men

• Females

• Children

• Males

What is a risk factor for developing carpal tunnel syndrome?

• Low blood pressure

• High BMI

• Frequent exercise

• Low cholesterol

Which test involves wrist flexion to elicit symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?

• Tinel’s Sign

• Phalen’s Test

• Durkan’s Test

• Hand Elevation Test

What is the primary surgical treatment for severe carpal tunnel syndrome?

• Medication

• Physical therapy

• Carpal tunnel release surgery

• Wrist splinting

What percentage of patients experience improvement after carpal tunnel release surgery?

• 70-90%

• 50-70%

• 90-100%

• 30-50%

Which condition is NOT a risk factor for carpal tunnel syndrome?

• Diabetes mellitus

• Hypothyroidism

• Asthma

• Obesity

What symptom is often worse at night in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome?

• Swelling

• Weakness

• Stiffness

• Numbness