Crush Injuries and Tendon Quiz

What is a crush injury?

• An injury caused by compressive force

• A laceration of the skin

• A sprain of the wrist

• A type of fracture

What is the common injury associated with Zone I of flexor tendon injuries?

• Boutonniere deformity

• Mallet finger

• Jersey finger

• Boxer's finger

Which zone is referred to as 'No Man's Land'?

• Zone II

• Zone I

• Zone IV

• Zone III

What is the primary treatment for Zone II flexor tendon injuries?

• Immobilization only

• Pain management

• Surgical repair

• Physical therapy

What is the main risk associated with flexor Zone IV injuries?

• Tendon rupture

• Skin laceration

• Nerve damage

• Joint dislocation

What is the effect of crush injuries on tendons?

• Complete rupture is common

• Partial tears may occur

• Only minor strains occur

• No effect on tendons

What is the primary goal of early passive motion stress after tendon repair?

• To prevent pain

• To promote adhesion formation

• To improve tendon excursion

• To immobilize the tendon

Which of the following is a disadvantage of sheath repair?

• Barriers to formation of extrinsic adhesion

• Increases pain

• May restrict tendon movement

• Act as a mold for the remodeling tendon

What is a common cause of jersey finger?

• Forceful flexion of flexed DIP joint

• Forceful extension of extended DIP joint

• Forceful flexion of extended DIP joint

• Forceful extension of a flexed DIP joint

What is the primary concern with closed tendon injuries?

• They are easily diagnosed

• There are not definite treatment

• They can lead to chronic deformities

• They are always severe