front 1 Which mineral is stored in the bones and constantly being removed to maintain necessary blood levels? | back 1 Calcium |
front 2 Which of the following is a long bone that is the largest in the human body? | back 2 Femur |
front 3 Which bone is the largest found in the foot and is commonly called the heel? | back 3 Calcaneus |
front 4 What is a serious bone infection that may result from a compound fracture and become chronic later? | back 4 Osteomyelitis |
front 5 Where is the area of active bone growth? | back 5 epiphyseal plate |
front 6 What is the name of a nonpathological small sac that contains synovial fluid? | back 6 Bursa |
front 7 What type of bone is the patella? | back 7 Sesamoid |
front 8 What is the medical term for spongy bone? | back 8 Cancellous |
front 9 What is the outside covering of bones that provides some nourishment and protection from infection? | back 9 Periosteum |
front 10 In adults, red bone marrow that produces red blood cells is mainly found in which type(s) of bone? | back 10 flat and irregular |
front 11 The elbow is categorized as which type of joint? | back 11 Diarthrosis |
front 12 The connections between the large bones of the skull are categorized as which type of joint? | back 12 Synarthrosis |
front 13 Which joint is an example of a condyloid joint? | back 13 Temporomandibular |
front 14 The proximal end of the radius and C1 on C2 vertebrae are examples of which type of diarthrosis? | back 14 Pivot |
front 15 Which joint is an example of a ball-and-socket joint? | back 15 Femoroacetabular |
front 16 What is the term for small, loose bodies in the knee that are constant irritants and may cause excess synovial production, pain, and locking up? | back 16 joint mice |
front 17 In which joint would a bucket handle tear be found? | back 17 Knee |
front 18 Hallus valgus is a condition in which there is a turning outward from the midline found in the: | back 18 great toe |
front 19 Which condition is commonly known as "bowlegged"? | back 19 genu varum |
front 20 Which of the following means a partial separation or dislocation of a joint without any break in the skin? | back 20 Subluxation |
front 21 Which type of fracture is characterized as partial and may result from activities such as jumping or jogging? | back 21 Greenstick |
front 22 Which of the following describes the appearance of a stellate bone fracture? | back 22 asterisk ( * ) |
front 23 Which medical term means moving a body part away from the midline? | back 23 Abduction |
front 24 The action of pointing and putting a toe in the water to check the temperature would be an example of which movement? | back 24 plantar flexion |
front 25 Which of the following factors related to bone growth and maintenance is responsible for mineral storage and utilization? | back 25 Hormonal |
front 26 Which of the following pathologies is related to a specific autoimmune process that attacks the joints in the body? | back 26 rheumatoid arthritis |
front 27 What is the medical term for a bony prominence projecting from a bone, as in a bunion? | back 27 Exostosis |
front 28 What is the term for the softening of bone in children that is commonly called rickets? | back 28 Osteomalacia |
front 29 How many stages are involved in normal osteogenesis? | back 29 Five |
front 30 In which stage of normal bone healing is there bridging of the fracture site, and cartilage and immature bone provide support? | back 30 callus formation |
front 31 Which of the following is an acute, emergent condition of compression of neural and vascular structures, usually occurring in the upper and lower extremities following traumatic fractures? | back 31 compartmental syndrome |
front 32 The term C-arm refers to a(n): | back 32 fluoroscopic machine |
front 33 Which of the following would be increased on a serum analysis and indicative of a malignant neoplasm of bone marrow? | back 33 Bence Jones protein |
front 34 Which orthopedic instrument has the appearance of a turkey foot or eagle's talon? | back 34 Lowman bone holder |
front 35 Surgeons may call both Bennett and Hohmann retractors by which other name because of their shapes? | back 35 Cobra |
front 36 Which device is sometimes used for achieving and maintaining the lateral position? | back 36 vacuum beanbag |
front 37 Which positioning device is frequently used for femoral nailing with leg traction and allows for placement of the C-arm? | back 37 fracture table |
front 38 What is achieved by wrapping an extremity with an Esmarch bandage prior to inflation of pneumatic tourniquet? | back 38 Exsanguinations |
front 39 Which of the following statements regarding generally safe continuous tourniquet inflation time is CORRECT? | back 39 lower extremity = 1 1/2 hours; upper extremity = 1 hour |
front 40 Whose instructions for cleaning, lubricating, and sterilizing powered orthopedic instrumentation must be followed? | back 40 Manufacturer |
front 41 Which component of an arthroscopy system is specific to orthopedics and differs from most laparoscopy/MIS systems? | back 41 powered shaving system |
front 42 Which agency requires the documentation and tracking of implantable orthopedic devices? | back 42 FDA |
front 43 Which type of suture would be contraindicated for attaching tendon to bone? | back 43 polyglactin 910 (Vicryl) |
front 44 What is polymethyl methycrylate used for in orthopedic procedures? | back 44 bone cement |
front 45 Which bone is commonly referred to as the collarbone? | back 45 Clavicle |
front 46 The acromion process involved in the acromioclavicular joint is part of which of the following bones? | back 46 Scapula |
front 47 The infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapularis, and supraspinatus muscles collectively comprise the: | back 47 rotator cuff |
front 48 Which of the following joints has the greatest range of motion? | back 48 Glenohumeral |
front 49 Which of the following is the longest bone in the upper extremity? | back 49 Humerus |
front 50 What is the name of a small protuberance of a bone that is an attachment point for muscles or tendons? | back 50 Tubercle |
front 51 Which medium is frequently used in arthroscopies where the ESU may be used for hemostasis? | back 51 lactated Ringer's |
front 52 Which instrument is used frequently in arthroscopies to examine and manipulate internal structures? | back 52 blunt probe |
front 53 A Bankart avulsion lesion involves which anatomical structure(s)? | back 53 labrum (cartilage) |
front 54 Surgical repair for recurrent anterior shoulder dislocation include all of the following EXCEPT: | back 54 Colles' |
front 55 Patients diagnosed with shoulder impingement syndrome would likely undergo: | back 55 acromioplasty |
front 56 What should the surgical technologist do while the surgeon is using the oscillating saw during open acromioplasty? | back 56 Drip small amounts of irrigation onto blade to prevent overheating. |
front 57 Axillary nerve injury or detachment of the deltoid from the acromion are: | back 57 serious post-op complications of open acromioplasty |
front 58 All of the following are indications for total shoulder arthroplasty EXCEPT: | back 58 moderate impingement syndrome |
front 59 Which instrument is used to remove marrow from the canal of long bones for placement of prostheses? | back 59 intramedullary reamer |
front 60 Which bone is involved in a Colles' fracture? | back 60 Radius |
front 61 What is a common surgical approach for Colles' fracture? | back 61 external fixation |
front 62 Which method of reducing a fracture carries the highest potential for surgical site infection? | back 62 open reduction, internal fixation for compound comminuted fracture |
front 63 Which of the following is NOT a bone of the pelvis? | back 63 Femur |
front 64 What is the name of the deep, round fossa of the hip joint? | back 64 Acetabulum |
front 65 Which portion of the femur articulates with the acetabulum? | back 65 Head |
front 66 A common system of instrumentation for open reduction of hip fractures is DHS, which stands for: | back 66 dynamic hip screw |
front 67 Which positioning device will be used for ORIF of intertrochanteric femoral fracture? | back 67 fracture table |
front 68 Patients in which age group are MOST commonly candidates for total hip arthroplasty? | back 68 over 65 years |
front 69 Which additional PPE is frequently worn by sterile team members during total joint procedures to prevent possible SSI? | back 69 space suit or body exhaust suits |
front 70 Which of the following is a commonly used self-retaining retractor used in total hip arthroplasty procedures? | back 70 Charnley |
front 71 What tissue does the acetabular reamer remove? | back 71 Cartilage |
front 72 What should the surgical technologist have ready to clean bone or tissue from a rongeur? | back 72 lap sponges |
front 73 Which of the following demonstrates the correct order of steps for femoral canal preparation during total hip arthroplasty? | back 73 reamer, rasp, pulse lavage, implant trial |
front 74 Rush, Ender, Russell-Taylor, Trigen, and Kuntscher are examples of flexible, standard, or titanium femoral: | back 74 nails |
front 75 Cannulated screws and nails are designed to follow the path created by a: | back 75 guide pin |
front 76 In which anatomical structure is the patella contained? | back 76 quadriceps tendon |
front 77 Which ligament of the knee keeps the femur from sliding posteriorly on the tibia and prevents hyperextension of the knee? | back 77 anterior cruciate |
front 78 What is the purpose of the medial and lateral menisci of the knee? | back 78 Cushioning |
front 79 Which bone of the lower extremity is commonly known as the shin bone? | back 79 Tibia |
front 80 Patellar tendon, iliotibial band, and semitendinosus tendon are examples of: | back 80 autografts for ACL repair |
front 81 All of the following are examples of devices used to anchor both ends of the ACL graft EXCEPT: | back 81 Steinman pins |
front 82 Liston knife, Gigli saw, and Satterlee saw are examples of instruments used for which type of procedure? | back 82 amputation |
front 83 Amputated limbs may be placed in which of the following for transport to pathology? | back 83 Mayo stand cover |
front 84 Total knee arthroplasty implant are categorized in all of the following EXCEPT: | back 84 quadricompartmental |
front 85 Aken, Chevron, McKeever, Keller, and McBride are techniques for which lower extremity procedure? | back 85 bunionectomy |
front 86 Which tendon is the thickest and strongest in the body? | back 86 Achilles |
front 87 Implantable devices made of different alloys can cause breakdown of the device and may cause wound infection. | back 87 T |
front 88 Arthroscopic procedures require only one small incision through which all the instruments are passed. | back 88 F |
front 89 There are limited choices of total joint systems available, making standardization routine and uncomplicated. | back 89 F |
front 90 Care must be taken during skin prepping for gangrenous lower extremities prior to amputation to prevent inadvertent dislodging of toes. | back 90 T |