Question 1

The local application of cold may be used to

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A)   soften exudates.
B)   relieve muscle spasms.
C)   prevent swelling.
D)   increase suppuration.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 2

Incorrectly fitted crutches may cause

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A)   carpal tunnel syndrome.
B)   sciatic nerve damage.
C)   crutch palsy.
D)   tendinitis.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 3

An ice bag should be filled with small pieces of ice to

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A)   prevent the application from becoming too cold.
B)   allow the bag to mold better to a body area.
C)   prevent adverse secondary effects.
D)   avoid irritation to the patient's skin.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 4

A short leg walker can be used to assist in the healing of

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A)   torn ligaments in the knee.
B)   a stress fracture of the tibia.
C)   a fracture of the femur.
D)   bursitis.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

The most frequent reason for applying a cast is to

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A)   support and stabilize a dislocated joint.
B)   align a fracture until proper healing occurs.
C)   promote healing after a surgical correction.
D)   aid in the nonsurgical correction of a deformity.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

Redness of skin caused by dilation of superficial blood vessels in the skin is known as

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A)   hypoxia.
B)   erythema.
C)   suppuration.
D)   inflammation.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 7

Which of the following should not be relayed to the patient regarding crutch use?

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A)   To wear well-fitting flat shoes with nonskid soles
B)   To support the weight of the body with the hands
C)   To take steps that are at a safe and comfortable distance
D)   To look down at his or her feet when taking a stepE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 8

Which of the following factors is taken into consideration before an ambulatory assistive device is prescribed?

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A)   The age of the patient
B)   The patient's muscular coordination
C)   The type of disability
D)   The amount of support required
E)   All of the aboveF) B) and C)
G) A) and E) E

Question 9

All of the following help prevent low back pain except:

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A)   Sleeping on a firm mattress
B)   Having good posture
C)   Maintaining a healthy body weight
D)   Bending from the waist when lifting an objectE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 10

The best way to dry a wet cast is to use a

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A)   fan set on high.
B)   heating pad on a medium setting.
C)   sun lamp.
D)   hair dryer on a low setting.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 11

The three-point gait is used for which of the following conditions?

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A)   Leg fracture
B)   Muscular dystrophy
C)   Multiple sclerosis
D)   ParaplegiaE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 12

All of the following indicates that a cast is too tight or that an infection is developing except:

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A)   Itching
B)   Chills or fever
C)   Foul odor or drainage
D)   Numbness or tingling of the fingers or toes
E)   Fiberglass casts should not be signed.F) B) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 13

Which of the following is an advantage of forearm crutches?

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A)   The patient can use his or her hands.
B)   They make it easier to move around in a crowd.
C)   They are inexpensive.
D)   They fold up when not in use.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 14

An ice bag is an example of

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A)   dry heat.
B)   moist heat.
C)   dry cold.
D)   moist cold.E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

Forearm crutches are often used by patients with

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A)   cerebral palsy.
B)   a fracture of a lower extremity.
C)   an amputated leg.
D)   paralysis on one side of the body.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B) A

Question 16

What is the name of the crutch stance that is used before crutch walking?

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A)   Two-point position
B)   Quad position
C)   Four-point position
D)   Tripod positionE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Synthetic casts are usually made of

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A)   plaster.
B)   cotton.
C)   fiberglass.
D)   clay.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 18

Which of the following individuals would have a more than usual sensitivity to the local application of heat?

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A)   Elderly individual
B)   Preschool child
C)   Patient with diabetes mellitus
D)   Patient with an open wound
E)   All of the aboveF) A) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 19

When explaining the use of a heating pad,the medical assistant should instruct a patient to

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A)   lie on the pad.
B)   use pins to secure the pad in place.
C)   adjust the pad to a higher setting if it no longer feels warm.
D)   place a protective covering over the pad.
E)   All of the aboveF) A) and D)
G) A) and B) D

Question 20

If axillary crutches have been properly fitted,

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A)   the shoulders are bent over the crutches
B)   two fingers can be inserted between the top of the crutch and the axilla.
C)   the elbow is flexed at an angle of 45 degrees.
D)   the shoulder rest presses lightly against the axilla.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Exam 7: Physical Agents to Promote Tissue Healing

The local application of cold may be used to

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Incorrectly fitted crutches may cause

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An ice bag should be filled with small pieces of ice to

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A short leg walker can be used to assist in the healing of

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The most frequent reason for applying a cast is to

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Redness of skin caused by dilation of superficial blood vessels in the skin is known as

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Which of the following should not be relayed to the patient regarding crutch use?

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All of the following help prevent low back pain except:

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The best way to dry a wet cast is to use a

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The three-point gait is used for which of the following conditions?

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All of the following indicates that a cast is too tight or that an infection is developing except:

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Which of the following is an advantage of forearm crutches?

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An ice bag is an example of

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Forearm crutches are often used by patients with

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What is the name of the crutch stance that is used before crutch walking?

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Synthetic casts are usually made of

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When explaining the use of a heating pad,the medical assistant should instruct a patient to

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If axillary crutches have been properly fitted,

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