Chapter 13 Multiple Choice

Please answer all questions


1	Anatomically, a fracture to what part of a long bone could be detrimental for a child in regard to the healthy and normal growth of the bone?
		A)	diaphysis
		B)	epiphysis
		C)	articular cartilage
		D)	periosteum


2	A forceful twisting over a planted foot could result in what type of fracture?
		A)	blow out fracture
		B)	green stick fracture
		C)	serrated fracture
		D)	spiral fracture


3	An athlete limps into the athletic training room requesting that you look at her ankle. She states that she twisted it the day before at the end of practice. She describes the injury as moderately painful and stiff. Upon evaluation you observe swelling of the ankle, foot, and toes. Given the limited information, what would your best assessment of the injury be?
		A)	grade 1 ankle sprain
		B)	grade 2 ankle sprain
		C)	grade 3 ankle sprain
		D)	comminuted fracture


4	A football player pulls up short during a non-contact sprinting drill in practice. Your on-the-field assessment reveals that his left hamstring is extremely tender and is experiencing involuntary muscle contractions. The football player could be suffering from any of the following except:
		A)	myositis ossificans
		B)	muscle guarding
		C)	muscle cramping
		D)	muscle strain


5	Which of the following occurs during the fibroblastic repair phase of tissue healing?
		A)	collagen fibers of the scar align along the lines of stress
		B)	phagocytic cells ingest cellular material from the injury site
		C)	fibroplasia occurs
		D)	a chemically mediated response produces swelling and redness

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