Upper Extremities Injury Pre-Assessment

What is the most common type of clavicle fracture?

• Medial third fracture

• Middle third fracture

• Lateral third fracture

• Complete fracture

Which of the following is a common symptom of a rotator cuff injury?

• Numbness in the fingers

• Sharp pain in the lower back

• Dull ache in the shoulder

• Swelling in the knee

Tendonitis in the elbow is often referred to as:

• Golfer's elbow

• Tennis elbow

• Pitcher's elbow

• Bowler's elbow

Which nerve is compressed in carpal tunnel syndrome?

• Ulnar nerve

• Radial nerve

• Median nerve

• Axillary nerve

What is the primary cause of wrist sprains?

• Overuse of the wrist

• Direct impact to the wrist

• Sudden twisting motion

• Infection in the wrist joint

Which of the following is a common treatment for shoulder dislocations?

• Immobilization with a sling

• Application of heat

• Corticosteroid injections

• Surgery to remove the shoulder joint

What is the typical recovery time for a clavicle fracture?

• 1-2 weeks

• 3-4 weeks

• 6-8 weeks

• 10-12 weeks

Which test is commonly used to diagnose rotator cuff injuries?

• Tinel's sign

• Phalen's test

• Neer's test

• Lachman's test

What is a common non-surgical treatment for tendonitis in the elbow?

• Antibiotics

• Rest and ice application

• Chemotherapy

• Dialysis

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing carpal tunnel syndrome?

• High calcium intake

• Frequent swimming

• Repetitive hand movements

• Low blood pressure