Knee Ligament Injury Assessment

Knee Ligament Injury Assessment

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video explains the knee's complex structure, focusing on its four main ligaments: ACL, PCL, MCL, and LCL. It details how each ligament contributes to knee stability and the common causes of injuries. The video also covers multiple ligament injuries and outlines treatment options based on the severity of the injury, emphasizing the importance of consulting healthcare providers for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the knee's main ligaments?

To provide flexibility

To offer stability and support

To enhance muscle strength

To increase joint rotation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ligament is most commonly injured during sudden stopping and twisting movements?

Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL)

Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL)

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)

Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL)

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common cause of a PCL tear?

Sudden stopping

Twisting motion

Direct blow to the outside of the knee

Falling onto a bent knee

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ligament is located on the inside of the knee and helps stabilize the joint?

Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL)

Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL)

Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL)

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the LCL rarely injured on its own?

Due to the knee's structure

It is protected by other ligaments

It is not involved in knee movement

It is very strong

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common scenario for multiple ligament injuries?

Simple twisting motion

Overuse of the knee

Significant knee trauma

Minor knee sprain

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does a Grade 3 ligament tear indicate?

No tear

A minor tear

A partial tear

A complete tear or rupture

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which treatment option is typically used for severe ligament injuries?

Muscle-strengthening exercises

Protective knee braces

Ice pack application

Surgery

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to consult a healthcare provider for knee injuries?

To receive pain medication

To get a second opinion

To avoid surgery

To determine the best course of action