Chapter 16: Injuries to the Lower Leg, Ankle And Foot
3. Which of the following is the peripheral motor nerve that supplies the posterior compartment of the leg? A. Superficial peroneal B. Deep peroneal C. Femoral D. Tibial E. None of these are correct
D
5. Which of the following muscles along with the gastrocnemius forms the superficial posterior compartment? A. Tibialis posterior B. Tibialis anterior C. Peroneus longus D. Soleus E. None of these are correct
D
8. A third-degree ankle sprain commonly includes all but which of the following signs/symptoms? A. Pain and severe disability B. Point tenderness C. Laxity D. No swelling E. All of these will be present
D
11. Morton's foot involves: A. An abnormality of either the 1st or 2nd metatarsal. B. An abnormal growth on the nerve between the 3rd and 4th metatarsal. C. The deep posterior compartment of the lower leg. D. The lateral ligaments of the ankle. E. None of these are correct.
a
16. All but which of the following are recommended treatments for acute or chronic compartment syndrome? A. Rest B. Compression C. Ice D. Ibuprofen E. All of these are recommended
b
12. Which of the following statements is false regarding ankle sprains? A. The majority of sprains occur to the lateral ankle ligaments. B. The lateral ankle ligaments are not as large and strong as the medial ligament (deltoid). C. The ankle is more stable when placed in a position of plantar flexion. D. The bones of the tibia and fibula help to stabilize the joint. E. All of these statements are true.
c
13. Which of the following lower leg muscles does not cross the ankle joint? A. Gastrocnemius B. Soleus C. Popliteus D. Flexor hallucis longus E. Peroneus longus
c
18. Ingrown toenails are best treated by: A. Soaking in ice water. B. Wearing tighter shoes. C. Elevating toenail and placing a small cotton piece under it. D. Taping toenail to prevent removal. E. All of these are correct.
c
21. Stress fractures are caused by: A. being kicked B. being landed on forcefully C. overuse D. none of these are correct
c
14. How does a syndemosis sprain differ from a lateral ankle sprain? A. Location is higher on the lower leg. B. Mechanism of injury is different. C. Short-term care is more conservative. D. All of these are correct.
d
17. A chronic inflammation that results in ossification at the calcaneal tuberosity is typically called: A. Plantar fasciitis. B. Myositis ossificans. C. Morton's heel. D. Heel spur. E. None of these are correct.
d
20. Another name for shin splints is: A. medial tibial stress syndrome B. tibial stress injury C. chronic exertional compartment syndrome D. all of these are correct
d
List the movements for the following joints: Talocrural and Subtalar
dorsiflexion, plantar flexion; ST: inversion, eversion
15. Which of following are common signs and symptoms of Achilles tendonitis? A. Increased temperature. B. Tendon is painful on touch. C. Tendon appears thickened. D. The pain intensifies when movement is initiated after rest. E. All of these are common symptoms.
e
9. An overuse type of injury that produces unbearable pain in the plantar aspect of the foot and is associated with point tenderness on the calcaneal tuberosity may involve: A. Shin splints B. Compartment syndrome C. Morton's foot D. Bunions E. Plantar fasciitis
e
22. The subtalar joint of the foot allows for dorsiflexion and plantar flexion.
false
26. The etiology and pathology of shin splints are clear, so this injury is easy to treat.
false
33. A typical ankle tape job used to prevent lateral ankle sprains consists only of stirrups, horseshoes, and anchor strips.
false
35. The only way to release a hematoma from under the nail is by removing the nail.
false
Pes planus means having a high arch in the foot.
false
23. The anterior compartment of the lower leg houses the extensor digitorum longus.
true
24. The deltoid ligament of the ankle is found on the medial side of that joint.
true
25. There is a relationship between Achilles tendonitis and dramatic increases in running distance or workout times.
true
31. A good way to prevent excessive blister development is to shave the excess callus away from the bottom of the foot.
true
32. One of the mechanical causes of chronic ankle sprains is poor neuromuscular control.
true
34. Excessive movement of the foot in the shoe causes friction that forms blisters.
true
36. Deciding to brace or tape an athlete has many factors to consider.
true
2. The talocrural joint allows for which of the following movements? A. Dorsiflexion/plantar flexion B. Inversion/eversion C. Internal/external rotation D. Abduction/adduction E. None of these are correct
A
6. Which of the following is the most commonly sprained region of the ankle? A. Medial B. Lateral
B
7. The tibialis posterior muscle is located in which of the following lower leg compartments? A. Anterior B. Deep posterior C. Superficial posterior D. Lateral E. None of these are correct
B
List two ways that a fracture can occur to the lower leg.
Being kicked and getting landed on forcefully.
1. How many bones are there in the foot? A. 14 B. 18 C. 26 D. 20 E. 16
C
4. Which of the following figures represents the correct percentage of body weight borne by the fibula? A. 20% B. 55% C. 2% D. 70% E. None of these are correct
C
What muscles are in the lateral compartment of the lower leg?
Peroneus Brevis and Peroneus Longus
What is the recommended treatment for Achilles tendonitis?
Rest, ice, compression, protection
10. Which of the following lower leg compartments is the most commonly affected by the condition known as compartment syndrome? A. Anterior B. Deep posterior C. Lateral D. Superficial posterior E. None of these are correct
a
19. Turf Toe is: A. hyperextension of the great toe B. hyperflexion of the great toe
a
27. Non-union fracture to 5th metatarsals is common if blood supply is disrupted.
true
28. Inability to bear weight on the affected leg is a common sign and symptom of a 5th metatarsal fracture.
true
30. Bunions may simply be related to inflamed bursae.
true
