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Knee Osteoarthritis Answer Sheet and Course Evaluation

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POST TEST ANSWER SHEET

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COURSE EVALUATION and FEEDBACK

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1. What percentage of individuals has radiographic evidence of the arthritis by the age of 75? a. 20 b. 40 c. 60 d. 80 Which of the following findings is NOT one of the clinical criteria used in the diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis? a. age b. crepitus c. stiffness d. swelling Large Osteophytes, marked narrowing of the joint space, severe sclerosis, and definite deformity of bony contour describe which level of osteoarthritis on the Kellgren-Lawrence scale? a. I b. II c. III d. IV 2.

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Which of the following topical analgesics is derived from hot peppers and reduces the amount of neurotransmitter P? a. Capsaicin b. Counterirritants c. Glucosamine d. Salicylates The risk for knee osteoarthritis is increased by 4-5 times if your BMI is over 30 a. true b. false Which of the following is one of the parameters in the clinical prediction rule that would indicate that hip mobilizations should provide benefit to a patient with knee osteoarthritis? a. Leg length discrepancy b. Less than 17 degrees of hip internal rotation c. Limited knee extension d. Night pain Which of the following interventions has the best evidence for improved outcomes in patients with knee OA? a. Aquatic therapy b. Manual therapy and exercise c. Ultrasound Which of the following methods has been identified in the research as the better way to rule out the presence of a deep vein thrombosis? a. performing the Homan's Sign b. applying the Well's Clinical Decision Rule

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FAX Instructions: 10. During which time period following a total knee replacement does a patient show the most improvement? Dial 1-817-488-2061 a. 0-3 months wait for the beep and b. 4-6 months then press start c. 7-12 months

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