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WorksheetsUpper Limb Conditions
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the suitable management for minimally displaced surgical neck fractures of the humerus?
For a greater tuberosity fracture of the humerus to be considered minimally displaced, how much displacement is acceptable?
Less than 1-2mm
Less than 3-5mm
Less than 6-8mm
Any amount of displacement
When should gentle progressive shoulder pendulum exercises be started after a humeral fracture?
As early as 1 week post injury
Immediately after the injury
After 6 weeks post injury
Only after complete fracture healing
What is a common mechanism for a humeral shaft fracture?
Repetitive motion injury
Overuse of the arm muscles
Exposure to extreme cold
Direct blow to the upper arm
What is the post-operative recommendation after Arthroscopic Sub-Acromial Decompression?
Bed rest with no to little shoulder movement
Immediate return to adjusted ADLs
Sling for comfort, otherwise full active range of motion (AROM)
Use of a shoulder brace for 3 months
What type of surgical approach is used in Rotator Cuff Repair to limit the extent of surgical soft tissue injuries?
Open surgery
Arthroscopic (minimally invasive)
Endoscopic surgery
Laparoscopic surgery
What factor strongly influences the choice of repair technique for a Rotator Cuff Repair?
Patient preference
Hospital policy
Insurance coverage
Surgeon preference
What is the goal for active-assist and active shoulder range of motion (ROM) 6-12 weeks post-operation?
Aim for 90° A/AROM and gradually increase
Aim for 60° A/AROM and gradually decrease
Aim for 90° A/AROM and maintain
Aim for 120° A/AROM and gradually decrease
What type of shoulder arthroplasty is indicated for a patient with a non-functional or irreparable rotator cuff?
Anatomic Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Partial Shoulder Arthroplasty
Hemiarthroplasty
Which shoulder arthroplasty is suitable for a patient with a functional rotator cuff?
Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Partial Shoulder Arthroplasty
Anatomic Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Hemiarthroplasty
What is commonly associated with humeral shaft fractures in terms of neurovascular assessment?
Axillary nerve damage
Median nerve palsy
Radial nerve palsy
Ulnar nerve palsy
Which type of management is indicated for spiral/oblique fractures?
Surgical
ORIF
Conservative
Amputation
Which of the following is NOT allowed during the post-operative protocol for shoulder arthroplasty?
AROM of shoulder
AROM of hand/ wrist/elbow
Use of an abduction pillow in 30-45° abduction
Seated table slide for GHJ flexion/abduction
What is the deforming force in an olecranon fracture that may necessitate surgical management?
Biceps muscle
Triceps muscle
Brachialis muscle
Anconeus muscle
For oedema management, which of the following is recommended?
Compression
Heat application
Ice application
Elevation
