Chapter 16 Quiz

How many bones are there in the foot?

• 14

• 18

• 26

• 20

• 16

The talocrural joint allows for which of the following movements?

• Dorsiflexion/plantar flexion

• Inversion/eversion

• Internal/external rotation

• Abduction/adduction

Which of the following muscles, along with the gastrocnemius, forms the superficial posterior compartment?

• Tibialis posterior

• Tibialis anterior

• Peroneus longus

• Soleus

Which of the following is the most commonly sprained region of the ankle?

• Medial

• Lateral

• Anterior

• Posterior

A third-degree ankle sprain commonly includes all but which of the following signs/symptoms?

• Pain and severe disability

• Point tenderness

• Laxity

• No swelling

An overuse type of injury that produces unbearable pain in the plantar aspect of the foot and is associated with point tenderness on the calcaneal tuberosity may involve:

• shin splints.

• compartment syndrome.

• Morton's foot.

• bunions.

• plantar fasciitis

Morton's foot involves:

• an abnormality of either the 1st or 2nd metatarsal.

• an abnormal growth on the nerve between the 3rd and 4th metatarsal.

• the deep posterior compartment of the lower leg.

• the lateral ligaments of the ankle.

How does a syndesmosis sprain differ from a lateral ankle sprain?

• Location is higher on the lower leg.

• Mechanism of injury is different.

• Short-term care is more conservative.

• All of these are correct.

Which of the following is a common sign or symptom of Achilles tendonitis?

• Increased temperature

• Tendon is painful on touch.

• Tendon appears thickened.

• The pain intensifies when movement is initiated after rest.

• All of these are common symptoms.

All but which of the following are recommended treatments for acute or chronic compartment syndrome?

• Rest

• Compression

• Ice

• Ibuprofen

• All of these are recommended.