Musculoskeletal Part 3

What is the purpose of using a goniometer during a physical examination?

• To measure blood pressure

• To measure angles precisely

• To check heart rate

• To assess lung capacity

What should you do if you see a limitation in active ROM?

• Ignore it

• Attempt passive motion gently

• Use a stethoscope

• Apply ice immediately

What are some of the symptoms assessed during a physical examination for ROM?

• Fever and cough

• Stiffness, swelling, pain

• High blood pressure

• Rapid heartbeat

What condition is associated with crepitation?

• Hypertension

• Rheumatoid arthritis

• Diabetes

• Asthma

What does a Grade 5 in muscle testing indicate?

• Full ROM against gravity, full resistance

• Full ROM against gravity, some resistance

• Full ROM with gravity

• Slight contraction

What percentage of normal is associated with a Grade 3 muscle assessment?

• 100%

• 75%

• 50%

• 25%

Which grade corresponds to a "Good" assessment in muscle testing?

• 5

• 4

• 3

• 2

What does a Grade 0 in muscle testing indicate?

• Full ROM against gravity, full resistance

• Slight contraction

• No detection of contraction

• Full ROM with gravity

What is the description for a Grade 1 muscle assessment?

• Full ROM against gravity, full resistance

• Slight contraction

• Full ROM with gravity

• No detection of contraction

What is the assessment for a muscle strength that is 25% normal?

• Normal

• Good

• Poor

• Trace