450 Formula Upper Extremity Practice Exam

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• Which of the following is a type of mobilizing splint?
• The Short Thumb Spica splint is indicated for arthritis affecting which joints?
• PINS stands for posterior interosseous nerve syndrome and is located between which bones?
• Heat therapy considerations include addressing which condition?
• Which tests are commonly used to assess lateral epicondylitis?
• Arthritis management commonly summarized as JAPO includes which elements?
• Which mnemonic is used to recall RA presentation and varied treatment options (including heat, cold, and TENS)?
• Osteoarthritis (OA) is characterized by wearing down of cartilage elements of joints; it is commonly found in which joints?
• Boutonniere splint is used for arthritis if passively correctable. Which of the following best describes it?
• What best describes serial static splinting?
• Which tests are used to assess UE coordination?
• Which splint is described as anti-deformity for flexor tendon repair?
• Valgus stresses are typical for throwing athletes and stabilize best with elbow flexion and what?
• AMBRI/TUBS classification distinction described as 'Always been loose' vs 'Torn loose' refers to which concept?
• Two common sites of ulnar nerve compression are at the elbow and at the wrist. Name them.
• Which median nerve syndrome is typically motor-only with preserved sensation?
• What does US diathermy accomplish?
• Which option represents a cold-based intervention in edema management?
• Which modality is included with cold packs as a standard option for analgesia?
• What is the typical scenario in which early immobilization after flexor tendon repair is used?
• In sensory re-education, what is the first priority?
• Which of the following is a general contraindication for PAMs?
• Klumpke's palsy involves deficits in which region?
• Which tests are used to assess sensation in the UE nerves evaluation?
• Finger deformities rehabilitation: How should they be immobilized initially?
• Drop wrist is associated with injury to which nerve?
• During the inflammation stage of healing, edema is primarily a natural result of which process?
• In a typical analgesic protocol, cold packs are used in combination with which of the following modalities?
• Which tissue types respond best to heat from ultrasound?
• Which modality is deep heat?
• What does submaximal position for splinting refer to?
• Which splint is most commonly used for edema management?
• The mnemonic 'Michael' corresponds to which elbow ligament?
• Which movement worsens symptoms in Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
• The intrinsic Plus splint is used to avoid what complication after a hand injury?
• Which option is NOT listed as a component of peripheral neuropathy management?
• What is a stated rationale for using early immobilization after flexor tendon repair?
• Glenohumeral rhythm w/ proximal humeral fx: what is the recommended approach?
• Tendons have specific characteristics. Which statement is true?
• Pronator syndrome is a median nerve injury at which region?
• What is the typical purpose of using orthoses in hand therapy?
• Boxer's fracture involves fracture of which metacarpal?
• For CRPS, which PAM is used?
• After a hand fracture, which splint is used to avoid ligament contracture?
• Which statement best describes the proliferation stage?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a mechanism contributing to the analgesic effect of cold therapy?
• Flexor tendon zones describe anatomical regions of the fingers used for describing injuries. This statement is:
• Intrinsic vs Extrinsic hand muscles are defined by their location and function. Which statement is true?
• Which sign indicates median nerve injury and is characterized by an inability to flex the thumb and index finger when making a fist?
• What is the recommended wrist position for a median nerve splint during sleep?
• Which finding best describes Wartenberg's sign?
• What sequence of ROM progression is used to limit tendon tension?
• Which therapy modality provides deep heat within tissues by increasing molecular movement?
• What is the recommended position for a trigger finger orthosis?
• Which of the following is a component of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome treatment?
• Which modalities are cited as potential treatments in rheumatoid arthritis in the notes?
• Boxer's fracture management uses which splint?
• In the context of lateral epicondylitis, what does TTP stand for?
• Where are the heads of the radius and ulna located?
• In post-stroke patients, what is the significance of glenohumeral rhythm?
• Paraffin temperature is usually?
• What condition is commonly associated with immobilization of IP joints after surgery or edema/trauma?
• Boutonniere deformity mnemonic 'Like pushing a button' is used to remember which deformity?
• Which of the following is a listed benefit of ultrasound heating therapy?
• The term carpi refers to which anatomical region?
• Ape hand deformity is associated with palsy of which nerve?
• Parasthesia is best described as?
• Erb's palsy is associated with injury to which region?
• Which modality is listed alongside cold packs for analgesia?
• In edema management, what does the Think component emphasize?
• What is the key difference in tendon routing between Flexor Digitorum Superficialis (FDS) and Flexor Digitorum Profundus (FDP)?
• In flexor tendon repair, how does the number of suture threads influence rehabilitation decisions?
• What is the primary goal of a resting hand splint?
• What orthosis is typically used for De Quervain's Tenosynovitis?
• What is a key functional role of the rotator cuff tendons?
• Cold therapy is commonly combined with which modality to enhance analgesia?
• Cold packs should be applied in what way to maximize safety and effectiveness?
• Which splint includes an elastic component and can assist movement?
• Which signs are typically associated with inflammation rather than edema?
• In RC testing language, the phrase 'Neerest' implies which joint?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of superficial heat?
• Which hand muscles are primarily responsible for abduction and adduction of the fingers?
• Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis): what is the primary rehabilitation strategy?
• Maudsley's test involves resisted extension of which finger?
• What is the recommended splinting approach for early AROM after flexor tendon repair?
• What is the correct duration for the proliferation phase?
• Cold packs in analgesia primarily help by which effect?
• Which combination of modalities is commonly used together for analgesia, including cold-based approaches?
• When using heat, which ROM approach is preferred?
• Which is a effect of superficial heat?
• Edema can impact joint and soft tissue function by which mechanism?
• Medial epicondylitis is commonly known as Golfer's elbow. Which description best matches the tendon involvement?
• Which intrinsic hand muscle is innervated by the ulnar nerve in addition to the other digits?
• What happens to tendons if movement is restricted or immobilized?
• After intrinsic plus immobilization, what is the next phase in hand rehabilitation?
• Tendinopathy is defined as what?
• An anterior elbow splint is sometimes used to avoid applying pressure over what area?
• The O'Riain wrinkle test involves which procedure?
• Which statement best describes the practical use of cold packs in analgesia?
• Dupuytren's contracture management includes which elements?
• In edema management, what is the purpose of taping?
• Swan Neck Splint is typically used for which scenario?
• What term describes the resting position of the hand as opposed to anatomical position?
• Colles fracture refers to what injury?
• Neuropathy is defined as?
• Which signs indicate inflammation in the UE wounds evaluation?
• Which statement correctly distinguishes OA from RA as described?
• Tinel's sign is positive when tapping over a nerve elicits which sensation?
• Which sequence correctly lists the stages of healing from earliest to latest?
• What best describes a static splint?
• Which edema type is associated with poor lymphatic function and typically incurable but manageable?
• Among the CRPS management mnemonic, which of the following is included?
• Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is best described as what?
• Which description matches the typical orthosis for lateral and medial epicondylitis?
• Protective sensation is the ability to perceive sensory input necessary to prevent personal injury, such as pain and temperature. Which option correctly describes this concept?
• Ulnar nerve motor function most directly affects which actions?
• Intrinsic plus (antiderformity) splint is used for what purpose?
• Which dynamic splint is used to allow controlled extension with passive extension and active flexion up to about 30 degrees after extensor tendon repair?
• De Quervain's Tenosynovitis involves tendinopathy of which tendons at the first dorsal compartment?
• The mnemonic Egyptian Elbows helps remember components of elbow assessment: AROM, supination, shoulder 90, pronation. Which option correctly lists these components?
• Which effect is commonly associated with cold therapy?
• Which component is included in the CRPS management mnemonic?
• In wound color coding, which colors are considered bad?
• What best describes submaximal splinting?
• For a Mallet finger injury, how should the DIP be immobilized?
• Which temperature range is associated with paraffin therapy?
• Posterior elbow splint holds the elbow in which position?
• During the proliferation stage, which item is being formed?
• Which sequence correctly represents a standard ROM progression?
• Which PAM is used for trigger points?
• Glenohumeral rhythm: In abduction, what is the pattern of movement up to 90 degrees, and after 90 degrees?
• Where does the ulnar nerve pass through the wrist?
• In a dorsal block splint for flexor tendon repair, the affected digit is typically held in which position?
• What is the recommended temperature range for cold packs used in analgesia?
• Ultrasound basics include two modes: continuous and pulsed. Which statement is true?
• Which of the following is a type of superficial heat?
• Saturday night palsy is radial nerve injury at which level?
• What is the typical hot pack temperature?
• Which statement about ultrasound modes is true?
• In wound color coding, which colors indicate bad prognosis?
• What is a common cause of swan neck deformity?
• Glenohumeral instability: which management approach is described?
• Collateral ligaments are located on which joints, and what is a common consequence of immobilization?
• Which of the following is a mechanical benefit of ultrasound therapy?
• Which condition is associated with painful grip and pronation?
• Tendinopathy is defined as which of the following?
• How deep do superficial heat modalities penetrate?
• Which components are included in the UE evaluation framework described as SPORC?
• Which trio of modalities is commonly used for analgesia in physical therapy?
• Which term describes edema with poor lymphatic function, typically incurable but manageable?
• Crutch palsy refers to radial nerve injury at which location?
• Anterior interosseous syndrome involves injury to which nerve branch and affects which movement?
• During which healing stage should movement be graded cautiously?
• What is a characteristic of a dorsal block splint?
• Varus stresses of the elbow are best stabilized in which position?
• When stability is compromised in rehab, which approach is advised?
• Why is the rotator cuff notable when discussing tendons?
• Median nerve motor function includes which actions?
• Wartenberg's sign indicates injury to which nerve?
• Which option would be considered not recommended in arthritis management according to JAPO framework?
• In elbow ligament mnemonics, which mnemonic corresponds to the LCL?
• Which of the following is commonly used with cold therapy to manage pain?
• What is another name for the intrinsic plus splint used after trauma or edema?
• Fluidotherapy is typically operated at which temperature range?
• Which statement about cold therapy and nerve conduction is true?
• Which statement reflects a sensory misperception commonly described in CRPS?
• Which are the three types of PAMs?
• Compression therapy is contraindicated in which condition?
• Which condition is commonly treated with a wrist cock-up splint?
• Which therapy is commonly used for peripheral neuropathy?
• What is the dorsal block splint most commonly used for?
• Phalen's maneuver is used to diagnose which condition?
• Which splint is adjustable and applies a pull at 90 degrees?
• Which statement about cold therapy modalities is true?
• Radial nerve motor function includes extension at which joints?
• In edema treatment, which action is included as part of the MASTECCT approach?
• In resistive exercise progression, which sequence is recommended?
• If a tendon injury occurs in a specific flexor zone, what implication does that have for more distal zones?
• GH instability treatment notes emphasize which focus?
• What is the recommended ROM progression after a proximal humeral fracture?
• Froment's sign indicates weakness of which muscle due to ulnar nerve palsy?
• What does the tendinopathy mnemonic OASIS stand for?
• Which description best defines CRPS?
• What is the common action of lumbricals and interossei on the fingers?
• RC tests: which description best relates to a mnemonic describing the RC assessment?
• Rule of thumb for increasing splint force: what should be increased first?
• For which condition is a Long Thumb Spica splint typically used?
• In the treatment of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, which muscle group should be strengthened?
• Serial static splints are characterized by what approach to increasing range of motion?
• What type of splint supports early PROM after extensor tendon repair in zones 3-6?
• Which location houses the ulnar nerve behind the medial epicondyle?
• In Dupuytren's contracture management, extension splints are commonly used at night to accomplish which goal?
• Which nerve palsy is classically associated with a drop wrist?