EMT - Chapter 32 Orthopaedic Injuries Quiz

A _____________ is a musculoskeletal injury in which there is partial or temporary separation of the bone ends as well as partial stretching or tearing of the supporting ligaments. A. Sprain B. Strain C. Fracture D. Dislocation

A

Skeletal muscle is attached to the bone by tough, ropelike fibrous structures called: A. tendons B. ligaments C. fascia D. cartilage

A

Traction splints primarily immobilize and secure fractures of the: A. femur B. pelvis C. humerus D. hip

A

Common signs and symptoms of a sprain include all of the following EXCEPT: A. guarding B. deformity C. ecchymosis D. swelling

B

In which of the following situations should the EMT splint an injured limb in the position of deformity? A. When distal circulation and neurological functions are absent B. If resistance is encountered or the patient experiences severe pain C. If a traction splint will be used to immobilize the injured extremity D. If transport time to the hospital is greater than 20 to 30 minutes

B

Atrophy is a condition that occurs when: A. increased use of skeletal muscle causes an increase in its strength. B. the tendons that attach muscle to bone become stretched or injured. C. muscle decreases in size and function because of disease or trauma. D. carbon dioxide, lactic acid, and other wastes accumulate in the muscle.

C

The act of pulling on a body structure in the direction of its normal alignment is called: A. reduction B. stabilization C. immobilization D. traction

D

When splinting a possible fracture of the foot, it is MOST important for the EMT to: A. observe for tissue swelling B. apply a pneumatic splint C. use a pillow as a splint D. leave the toes exposed

D

Which of the following fractures has the greatest potential for internal blood loss and shock? A. Humerus B. Femur C. Hip D. Pelvis

D

Which of the following types of muscle is under direct voluntary control of the brain? A. Cardiac B. Smooth C. Autonomic D. Skeletal

D