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1 Tibial tubercle osteotomy has proven to be an effective treatment in the management of articular cartilage injuries of the patella. It is contraindicated for chondral injuries in what location on the patella? 12345Lateral Distal Proximal Central Medial

2 For potential injury to the S2 nerve root following a sacral fracture, the physician should test for 12345perianal sensation. great toe dorsiflexion. ankle toe plantarflexion. sensation on the medial border of the foot. sensation in the first web space of the foot.

3 A 16-year-old girl has a significant valgus deformity of her right leg. Examination of the lower limb deformity reveals an anatomic lateral distal femoral angle of 61 degrees, an anatomic medial proximal tibial angle of 88 degrees, and a tibial femoral angle of 26 degrees. All other measurements are within normal limits. What is the most appropriate treatment? 12345Distal femoral varus osteotomy Distal femoral valgus osteotomy Proximal tibial varus osteotomy Proximal tibial valgus osteotomy Combined distal femoral varus and proximal tibial valgus osteotomies

4 Figure 4 are the radiographs of a 13-year-old boy who sustained a forearm injury 3 days ago. Management should consist of 12345percutaneous skeletal fixation. open reduction and internal fixation. closed reduction and short-arm cast immobilization. closed reduction and long-arm cast immobilization in supination. closed reduction and long-arm cast immobilization in pronation.

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5 For the purposes of retractor and screw placement, the anterior and posterior zones of the acetabulum are divided by a line

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directly along the body axis. between the posterior superior iliac spine and the obturator foramen. between the anterior superior iliac spine and the ischial tuberosity. between the anterior superior iliac spine and the center of the acetabulum. from the center of the acetabulum to the transverse acetabular ligament.

6 The anterolateral approach to the distal tibia and ankle for open reduction and internal fixation of pilon fractures places which of the following nerves at most risk? 12345Sural Saphenous Deep peroneal Medial plantar Lateral plantar

7 Assuming that all pins and bars are of equivalent size and material, and the bone is loaded axially at each end, which of the following external fixation constructs seen in Figures 7a through 7e will produce the least motion between bone ends? 12345Figure 7a Figure 7b Figure 7c Figure 7d Figure 7e

8 Figure 8 shows the clinical photograph of a 3-month-old girl who has a circumferential crease around her arm. She is neurovascularly intact. The hand appears to function normally, but she has significant swelling of the forearm when it is dependent. Treatment should consist of 12345above-elbow amputation. through-elbow amputation. resection of the redundant skin. circumferential band excision and z-plasty. radical skin resection and reconstruction at age 18 months.\

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9 A man has a T5 burst fracture. Examination reveals 0/5 motor strength in both lower extremities in all groups. He has no light touch or pinprick sensation in his lower extremities or trunk. He has decreased rectal tone but has intact perianal sensation and an intact bulbocavernosus reflex. According to the American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) grading scale, what is the classification of spinal cord injury? 12345ASIA A, complete ASIA A, incomplete ASIA B, complete ASIA B, incomplete ASIA C, incomplete

10 A 78-year-old man has long-standing ankle stiffness and pain that is aggravated by walking. Corticosteroid injection has not relieved his pain. He has a painful 10-degree arc of ankle motion. Radiographs reveal end-stage degenerative arthritis. Which of the following devices will be most effective? 12345Heel lift Single rocker sole shoe modification Double rocker sole shoe modification Medial heel flare shoe modification Lateral heel flare shoe modification

11 Secondary osteosarcomas have been observed most frequently in which of the following conditions? 12345Melorheostosis Paget's disease Cortical desmoids Fibrous dysplasia Osteoporosis in patients treated with bisphosphonates

12 Femoral nailing through the piriformis fossa starting portal is contraindicated in adolescents with open physes because of the risk of 12345injury to the sciatic nerve. injury to the greater trochanteric apophysis. injury to the medial femoral circumflex artery. injury to the lateral femoral circumflex artery. increased intramedullary pressure.

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13 Which of the following patients would be the best candidate for surgical "guided growth technique" using a tension band plate(s) across the medial distal femoral growth plate(s)? 1- Bone age 5-year-old girl with bilateral genu varum with wide irregular growth plates 2- Bone age 11-year-old girl with bilateral rachitic genu varum 3- Bone age 11-year-old girl with bilateral severe genu valgum 4- Bone age 12-year-old boy with unilateral posttraumatic genu valgum and a lateral femoral growth arrest 5- Bone age 12-year-old boy with unilateral posttraumatic genu varum and a medial femoral growth arrest

14 Figures 14a through 14d are the radiographs of a 55-year-old man who sustained a dislocation. He undergoes immediate closed reduction and is seen 3 days later. His skin is intact and he is able to contract his deltoid. Management should now consist of 12345hemiarthroplasty. immediate passive therapy. sling immobilization for 6 weeks. open reduction and internal fixation. external rotation immobilization for 2 weeks.

15 Neuroblastoma is the most common metastatic malignant solid tumor in childhood and arises from which of the following? 12345Eosinophils Histiocytes Macrophages Nucleus pulposus cells Neural-crest derived cells

16 A 55-year-old man who is an avid golfer undergoes a total hip arthroplasty. What effect would this procedure have on his golf game? 12345A likely return to play with a minimal change in handicap Return to play is not recommended because of the risk of premature wear Return to play with a significant increase in average drive distance No need to use a golf cart following hip arthroplasty More pain during the golf swing associated with left-sided surgery compared with the right side

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17 A 56-year-old woman sustained a displaced ankle fracture and underwent surgical fixation 4 weeks ago. She is now seen for postoperative assessment, and current radiographs are seen in Figures 17a and 17b. Tibiotalar relationships are most likely the result of 12345fibular malreduction. inadequate syndesmotic screw length. inadequate syndesmotic screw diameter. medial collateral ligament incompetence. entrapment of the flexor hallucis longus tendon.

18 Figures 18a through 18c are the radiographs of a 29-year-old man involved in a snowmobile accident. He sustained an open book pelvic injury, midshaft femur fracture, and an undisplaced thoracic spine fracture. The pelvis and femur fractures required surgical internal fixation and the spine fracture is being treated with a brace. Management of these upper extremity injuries should consist of 12345above-elbow casting of the forearm and hand. clamshell splinting of the ulnar shaft and pinning of the finger fractures. clamshell splinting of the ulnar shaft fracture and thermoplast splinting of the fingers. open plating of the ulnar shaft and metacarpals, and fixation of the proximal phalanx. open plating of the ulnar shaft and metacarpals, and closed treatment of the proximal phalanx.

19 Figure 19 is a three-dimensional CT reconstruction of the shoulder of a 22-year-old man following a shoulder dislocation. What is the most appropriate management? 1- Open stabilization and shortening of the subscapularis 2- Open stabilization to address the articular arc deficit from the osseous Bankart lesion 3- Sling immobilization followed by progressive range of motion and strengthening 4- Arthroscopic stabilization with tenodesis of the subscapularis to the defect 5- Arthroscopic stabilization with removal of the fragment and reattachment of the capsulolabral complex

20 A 55-year-old woman has metastatic breast cancer. She is given a nitrogen-containing bisphosphonate to inhibit bone absorption. What is the mechanism of action for this therapy? 1- Disruption of isoprenylation 2- Reduction of carbonic anhydrase activity 3- Tumor inhibition due to tumor cell apoptosis 4- Interference with osteoclast adhesion 5- Interference of tumor cells ability to absorb bone

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21 A 3-year-old boy has a septic hip. You suspect that Kingella kingae is the causative organism. What culture medium should be requested? 12345Agar plates Thayer-Martin plates Blood culture medium Egg-based mediums Luria Bertani medium

22 Which of the following is considered the preferred method of predicting hip stability after a posterior wall acetabular fracture? 12345Dynamic fluoroscopic examination under anesthesia The Moed method (Figure 22a) The Calkins method (Figure 22b) The Keith method (Figure 22c) A history of associated hip dislocation

23 The muscle contraction characterized by constant muscle tension through the range of motion is called 12345isotonic. isometric. isoelastic. isokinetic. isoconcentric.

24 What is the most common complication of the Weil distal metatarsal osteotomy when combined with a proximal interphalangeal joint resection arthroplasty? 12345Floating-toe deformity Nonunion of the metatarsal osteotomy Recurrent proximal interphalangeal joint deformity Recurrent dislocation of the metatarsophalangeal joint Intractable plantar keratosis at the metatarsophalangeal joint

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25 Which of the following has been shown to be a risk factor for pseudarthrosis following long adult spinal deformity surgery? 12345Thoracoabdominal approach Kyphosis of less than 20 degrees Preexisting knee osteoarthritis Positive sagittal balance of less than 2 cm Instrumentation of the upper thoracic spine

26 A 60-year-old woman reports the sudden onset of severe hip pain after undergoing total hip arthroplasty 6 weeks ago. Radiographs reveal a dislocation. Immediate postoperative and postreduction radiographs are seen in Figures 26a through 26c. What is the most likely cause of the dislocation? 12345Cup position Excess anteversion Lack of femoral offset Subsidence of the implant Failure to adhere to hip precautions

27 When comparing outcomes between hemiarthroplasty and total shoulder arthroplasty for patients with symptomatic osteoarthritis with an intact rotator cuff and a concentric joint, hemiarthroplasty results in which of the following? 1- Equivalent pain relief 2- Increased blood loss 3- Increased rate of revision 4- Increased rate of instability 5- Increased incidence of subscapularis insufficiency

28 A 42-year-old man undergoes direct repair of an acute patellar tendon rupture. To permit early knee range of motion while protecting the integrity of the repair, which of the following methods is recommended? 12345Standing squats Closed chain kinetic quadriceps exercises Active knee flexion in a prone position Active range of motion in a seated position without resistance Active-assisted range of motion in a seated position without resistance

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29 In addition to an appropriate course of antibiotics, which of the following is the most appropriate definitive treatment for a child who has acute hematogenous osteomyelitis and a 2-cm by 2-cm abscess within the distal femur metaphysis? 12345Percutaneous biopsy and culture Percutaneous biopsy, culture, curettage Percutaneous biopsy, culture, curettage, and bone grafting Open biopsy, culture, and debridement Open biopsy, culture, and en bloc resection of the distal femur with application of external fixation

30 Which of the following fluoroscopic views is required for the proper introduction of iliosacral screws within the pelvis? 12345Anteroposterior Iliac oblique Obturator oblique Obturator inlet Sacral lateral

31 In Figure 31, an iliosacral screw placed into the first sacral segment in the trajectory shown by the white line places what structure at risk? 1- L4 nerve root 2- L5 nerve root 3- S1 nerve root 4- Superior gluteal nerve 5- Inferior gluteal nerve

32 Figures 32a through 32d are the radiographs and MRI scans of a 19-year-old woman with a 4-week history of right thigh pain. A biopsy specimen is seen in Figure 32e. What is the most likely diagnosis? 12345Osteomyelitis Ewing's sarcoma Multiple myeloma Metastatic carcinoma Eosinophilic granuloma

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33 A 56-year-old woman sustained a left distal radius fracture when she fell getting out of a chair. In addition to fracture care, the next step in assessment and management should include which of the following? 12345A bone scan Pelvis and spine radiographs Ultrasound bone density testing Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry Urinary pyridinolines and N-telopeptides

34 Lateral retinacular release is most indicated in the treatment of 12345patella alta. patellar subluxation. patellofemoral instability. symptomatic medial synovial plica. lateral facet compression syndrome.

35 The highest rate of associated nerve injury in sacral fractures occurs in 12345Denis 1, which is a fracture lateral to the foramen. Denis 1, which is a fracture medial to the foramen. Denis 2, which is a fracture through the foramen. Denis 3, which is a fracture lateral to the foramen. Denis 3, which is a fracture medial to the foramen.

36 Approximately how many milligrams of calcium are in an 8-ounce cup of milk? 1234575 150 300 600 1,200

37 Figures 37a through 37e are the radiographs and MRI scans of a 67-year-old woman with pain radiating into both legs with ambulation. Her pain is improved with bending forward or lying flat. Neurologic examination reveals 4/5 strength in ankle dorsiflexion but is otherwise normal. Nonsurgical management for the past 4 months has failed to provide relief, and she reports progressively worsening pain. What is the most effective management?

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Lumbar orthosis Epidural steroid injection Posterior L4-5 decompression Posterior L4-5 uninstrumented arthrodesis Posterior L4-5 lumbar decompression and arthrodesis

38 A nerve palsy involving what nerve is most common with halo cervical traction? 12345Cranial nerve V Cranial nerve VI Cranial nerve VII Cranial nerve X Cranial nerve XII

39 A 75-year-old man has pain in the proximal thigh after a fall. He appears to be in good health, and reported mild thigh pain prior to his fall. The radiograph reveals a transverse fracture of the proximal shaft of the femur with some lateral cortical thickening at the fracture site. What aspect of the patient's history most likely explains this fracture? 1- Smoking 2- IV drug use 3- Long-term steroid use 4- Chronic bisphosphonate use 5- Family history of rickets

40 Figure 40 is the radiograph of a 55-year-old man who has pain and swelling along the lateral aspect of the foot after stepping off a curb. He denies any pain in the region prior to the injury. Treatment should consist of 12345placement of an intramedullary screw. application of a bone growth stimulator. short-leg non-weight-bearing cast for 6 weeks. walker boot for 6 weeks with weight bearing as tolerated. postoperative shoe with weight bearing as tolerated until the pain subsides.

41 A 35-year-old man with a pilon fracture is ambulating with crutches. He moves both crutches and the injured limb forward bearing his weight on the crutches and then follows with all of his weight on the uninjured limb. He then repeats the pattern. This pattern of ambulation with an assistive device is described as a 1- 2-point gait.

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3-point gait. 4-point gait. steppage gait. swing through gait.

42 You have evaluated a new serologic test on a group of patients with a known disorder and a control group who does not have it. Based on the results seen in Figure 42, what is the sensitivity of the assay? 1234570% 75% 80% 88% 90%

43 The surgical treatment of a 9-year-old child with displaced diaphyseal femur fractures with elastic intramedullary nails has been shown to have an increased rate of malunion in which of the following situations? 12345Use of stainless steel nails Weight of greater than 110 pounds Treatment delayed beyond 12 hours Failure to use a spica cast postoperatively Failure to lock the implants proximally or distally

44 What type of femoral fracture is best suited for locked plate fixation? 12345Lateral femoral condyle Comminuted diaphyseal Comminuted metaphyseal Short oblique diaphyseal Short oblique metaphyseal

45 Which of the following findings is most associated with intimate partner violence? 1- Lower extremity fracture 2- Multiple extremity fractures 3- Isolated abdominal injury 4- Evidence of drug or alcohol use 5- Pattern of repeated visits to the physician's office or the emergency department

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46 A 60-year-old woman underwent total hip arthroplasty 7 years ago and now has persistent groin pain. A bone scan and radiograph are seen in Figures 46a and 46b. Laboratory studies reveal a C-reactive protein of 20 mg/dL (normal < 2.0 mg/dL) and an erythrocyte sedimentation rate of 50 mm/h (normal up to 20 mm/h). Hip aspiration shows white blood cell count of 40,000/mm3 with 80% polynuclear cells. Cultures are negative. What is the most appropriate management? 12345Physical therapy Revise acetabulum only One-stage revision - all components Two-stage revision - all components Irrigation and debridement with polyethylene exchange

47 What type of tissue has the greatest blocked expression by selective Cox-2 inhibitors? 12345Platelet Periosteum Vascular endothelium Tracheal endothelium Gastrointestinal epithelium

48 What characteristic(s) do calcium sulfate and calcium phosphate cements share in common? 12345Both have similar porosity Both have similar resorption rate Both have similar compressive strength Both have osteoinductive properties Both resist tension and shear stresses poorly

49 Figure 49 is the standing PA radiograph of an otherwise healthy 14-year-old boy who failed scoliosis screening. He is neurologically intact and does not have back pain. Further evaluation should include which of the following? 12345Renal ultrasound Echocardiography Limb-length evaluation Ocular slit lamp evaluation MRI scan of the entire spine

50 Figure 50 is the clinical photograph of a 69-year-old man who underwent shoulder hemiarthroplasty 3 years ago with excellent pain relief. He currently has minimal pain, no fevers, and normal inflammatory

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markers, but has chronic drainage from the wound and loss of forward elevation. Active forward elevation is 30 degrees and there is no active external rotation. Aspiration 3-day cultures are negative for any aerobic or anaerobic organisms. Radiographs show a well-fixed component with no evidence of complication. What is the most appropriate management? 1- Latissimus dorsi tendon transfer 2- One-stage revision to total shoulder arthroplasty 3- One-stage revision to reverse total shoulder arthroplasty 4- Irrigation and debridement with tissue culture held for 2 weeks 5- No further treatment because cultures and laboratory studies are negative

51 Osteoclasts have specific receptors to ligands that allow them to regulate bone resorption, including 12345estrogen. calcitonin. 1,25 vitamin D3. PTH (parathyroid hormone). TNF (tumor necrosis factor) alpha.

52 Figures 52a and 52b are the radiographs of a right-hand dominant 17-year-old girl with wrist pain that began insidiously 3 months ago. It is aggravated by writing. There is an audible clunk when her wrist is passively moved from radial to ulnar deviation under axial load. She is ligamentously lax. What is the most likely diagnosis? 12345Dorsal wrist ganglion Mid-carpal instability Osteoid osteoma of the hamate Scapholunate interosseous ligament tear Lunotriquetral interosseous ligament tear

53 What tract is the main descending motor pathway in the cervical spinal cord? 1- Posterior column 2- Lateral corticospinal 3- Anterior corticospinal 4- Lateral spinothalamic 5- Anterior spinothalamic

54 What is the most important predictor of infection after an open type III tibial fracture? 1- Time to transfer to definitive trauma center

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55 Figures 55a and 55b are the MRI scans of a healthy 65-year-old man with a 3-month history of difficulty with his gait. No injury is reported. He describes unilateral ankle weakness and difficulty with stair climbing. Management should consist of which of the following? 12345Primary surgical repair MRI of the lumbar spine Ankle arthroscopy and debridement Cast immobilization for 4 weeks to 6 weeks Surgical reconstruction with tendon transfer/interposition

56 In a 2-year-old child, what neurovascular structure is most likely to be injured while performing a trigger thumb release? 12345Princeps pollicis artery Ulnar digital nerve Radial digital nerve Thenar motor branch of the median nerve Palmar cutaneous branch of the median nerve

57 A 31-year-old woman with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis has severe, sudden onset left hip pain with no antecedent trauma. Figure 57a shows a current AP radiograph of the pelvis and Figure 57b shows her radiograph 2 months prior. A CT scan of the pelvis was also performed approximately 1 month prior with representative axial cuts through the sacroiliac joints shown in Figure 57c. Microphotographs of biopsy specimens are shown in Figures 57d and 57e. What is the most likely diagnosis? 12345Hypogonadism Multiple myeloma Giant cell tumor Hyperparathyroidism Renal cell carcinoma

58 Which of the following conditions is associated with renal osteodystrophy? 1- Hypoparathyroidism 2- Hyperparathyroidism

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3- Hypothyroidism 4- Hyperthyroidism 5- 25 (OH) vitamin D2 deficiency

59 To perform dynamic locking of the femoral nail seen in Figure 59, locking screw(s) should be placed in what position(s)? 12345A only B only C only A and B A and C

60 A 56-year-old man reports persistent, progressively worsening pain after undergoing total hip arthroplasty 18 months ago. A postoperative radiograph is shown in Figure 60a and a current AP hip radiograph is shown in Figure 60b. Based on the radiographic finding, what is the most likely diagnosis? 12345Infection Osteolysis Metal sensitivity Aseptic loosening Periprosthetic fracture

61 Which of the following is the most common neurologic complication following surgical reduction of a high-grade spondylolisthesis at L5-S1 in a pediatric patient? 1- L4 nerve root injury 2- L5 nerve root injury 3- S1 nerve root injury 4- S2 nerve root injury 5- Cauda equina syndrome

62 In which of the following scenarios is intraosseous infusion considered most appropriate? 12345Adult in a hypovolemic state Required infusion rate in excess of 40 mL/min Required rapid delivery of blood products and antibiotics Previous attempted access at same site within 24 hours Normotensive child older than 8 years with poor peripheral IV access

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63 Figures 63a and 63b are the radiographs of a 40-year-old male soldier with a painful middle fingertip. He sustained a fracture 9 months ago and management consisted of a splint for the first 2 months. He has a significant nail deformity and is unable to grip with the fingertip because of pain. Management should now consist of 12345reduction and percutaneous wire fixation. spiral oblique retinacular ligament reconstruction. continued full-time splinting until the fracture heals. application of a pulsed electromagnetic field to the finger. bone grafting and internal fixation of the distal phalanx.

64 Bone absorption that occurs with multiple myeloma is associated with which of the following? 14325Increased RANKL/osteoprotegerin ratio Decreased TGF beta receptor Decreased parathyroid-related hormone (PTrH) Decreased levels of macrophage colony stimulating factor Suppression of 1,25 dihydroxy vitamin D

65 Figures 65a through 65c are the radiograph and MRI scans of a 28-year-old man who reports recurrent right leg pain after undergoing an L4-5 microdiskectomy 2 years ago. Examination reveals weakness in the right ankle dorsiflexors (3/5) and decreased light touch sensation in the first web space of the right foot. Three 3 months of nonsurgical management has failed to provide relief. What is the most appropriate surgical treatment? 1- Microdiskectomy 2- Percutaneous diskectomy 3- Anterior diskectomy and fusion 4- Laminectomy and in situ fusion 5- Laminectomy and interbody fusion

66 With the forearm in full supination, the superficial radial nerve exits the muscular fascia to become subcutaneous along the 12345midportion of the supinator. volar side of the brachioradialis. dorsal side of the brachioradialis. radial side of the flexor carpi radialis. ulnar side of the flexor carpi radialis.

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67 When does the medial epicondyle apophysis of the elbow close in a male? 123454 to 7 years 7 to 10 years 10 to 13 years 13 to 16 years 16 to 19 years

68 Video 68 demonstrates stress examination of which of the following ligaments? 12345Bifurcate Calcaneofibular Anterior talofibular Anterior inferior tibiofibular Talocalcaneal interosseous

69 Figure 69 is the radiograph of a 25-year-old man who sustained a shoulder injury 5 years ago involving the axillary and suprascapular nerves. He underwent attempted neurolysis and latissimus dorsi tendon transfer without improvement in shoulder function. He now has profound deltoid atrophy and no motor function. The biceps is functional and hand function is normal. He maintains excellent control of the scapula. His current symptoms include pain, subjective instability, and limited active motion of 30 degrees of forward elevation and 0 degrees of external rotation. Electromyography shows no evidence of motor activity in the deltoid, supraspinatus, or infraspinatus. Management should consist of 12345hemiarthroplasty. shoulder arthrodesis. reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. conventional total shoulder arthroplasty. advising the patient that no further surgery would benefit him.

70 Quinolone antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, exert their effect through the inhibition of which bacterial enzyme? 12345DNA gyrase DNA synthase RNA methylase RNA polymerase Beta-lactamase

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71 After fracture of the articular surface, free devascularized segments of cartilage and bone are created. What is the best way to provide nutrition to surviving chondrocytes? 12345Hyperbaric oxygen therapy Joint range of motion Static positioning of the articulation Slight distraction of the articular surface Immediate weight bearing through opposing articular surface

72 Figures 72a through 72d are the radiographs and MRI scans of a 12-year-old boy with knee pain for 3 months. An intra-articular open biopsy specimen taken after arthroscopic drilling of an osteochondral defect is seen in Figure 72e. What is the best surgical option for local control and function of this contaminated joint and bone lesion? 12345Rotationplasty Curettage and cementation Above-the-knee amputation Intercalary resection with allograft reconstruction Distal femoral resection and endoprosthetic reconstruction

73 Which of the following is the most reliable anatomic landmark from which to base implant height when performing prosthetic hemiarthroplasty to manage a comminuted fracture of the proximal humerus? 12345Midportion of the coracoacromial ligament Anterior insertion of the deltoid on the humerus Proximal limit of the humeral fracture medially Proximal limit of the intact intertubercular groove Proximal border of the pectoralis major humeral insertion

74 Figure 74 shows the fracture of a 4-year-old boy with an avulsed nail bed. Treatment should consist of 12345closed reduction and pinning. buddy taping to the fourth digit. application of an aluminoform splint. application of a distal interphalangeal joint extension splint. irrigation, nail bed repair, and reduction.

75 When examining a patient with a crush injury to the lower leg, sensory and motor deficits are identified only in the distribution of the superficial peroneal nerve. In which compartment are the intramuscular pressures most likely to be elevated?

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76 During collision sports, most cervical fractures and dislocations are due to which of the following? 12345A freak accident Rotational injuries Excessive lateral bending Axial loading mechanisms Flexion-distraction type mechanisms

77 Patients with sickle cell anemia are at increased risk for musculoskeletal infections caused by which of the following organisms? 12345Salmonella Bordetella Pseudomonas Gram-negative bacilli Pasteurella multicocida

78 The atraumatic lesion shown in Figures 78a through 78d (radiographs and intraoperative photos) is most commonly associated with which of the following? 12345Diabetes Alcohol abuse Hemoglobinopathies Corticosteroid use Long-standing tobacco use

79 What is the most significant risk factor for the development of a surgical site infection in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis of the foot? 12345Presence of rheumatoid nodules Multiple joint involvement of arthropathy History of previous surgical site infection Failure to discontinue the use of methotrexate preoperatively Failure to discontinue the use of anti-tumor necrosis factor medications preoperatively

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80 A patient sustained a posterior fracture-dislocation of the hip, and satisfactory reduction is achieved using closed reduction maneuvers. A postreduction CT scan reveals the presence of a concentric reduction, and a posterior wall fracture is identified. What is the best criteria for establishing joint stability and the need for surgical fixation? 12345Roof arc measurements Posterior wall fragment size Dynamic fluoroscopic stress test "push-pull" AP views Dynamic fluoroscopic stress test in the iliac oblique view Dynamic fluoroscopic stress test in the obturator oblique view

81 Which of the following figures represents the correct method to evaluate Southwick's slip angle in cases of slipped capital femoral epiphysis? 12345Figure 81a Figure 81b Figure 81c Figure 81d Figure 81e

82 Rehabilitation to address glenohumeral internal rotation deficit in the overhead athlete focuses on which of the following? 12345Strengthening the subscapularis Strengthening the infraspinatus Stretching the anterior capsule Stretching the inferior capsule Stretching the posterior capsule

83 Of the following possible risk factors, what is the most significant one for a community-acquired methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus hand infection? 1- Inmate 2- Homeless 3- IV drug use 4- Diabetes mellitus 5- Human immunodeficiency virus

84 What is the most commonly reported complication with use of proximal humeral locking plates?

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85 Orthopaedic surgeons performing history and examinations on patients receive the lowest patient satisfaction scores concerning what part of the interaction? 12345Not examining the patient Not dealing with pain issues Not spending enough time with the patient Not getting a good history of the problem Failure to offer empathetic responses

86 During cyclical loading of tendons and ligaments, the decrease in peak loads over time with the same amount of elongation is referred to as which of the following? 12345Creep Wolff's law Hueter-Volkmann law Load relaxation Elastic elongation

87 A 75-year-old woman underwent reverse shoulder arthroplasty 1 year ago for rotator cuff arthropathy with pseudoparalysis. While initially pleased with the results, by 6 months she reported increasing pain and now has severe pain and is unable to lift her arm from the side. A radiograph from her 6-month visit is seen in Figure 87a and a current radiograph is seen in Figure 87b. Neurologic examination is normal. Inflammatory laboratory studies and aspiration reveal no evidence of infection. What is the most likely reason for failure of the reverse prosthesis? 12345Deltoid dysfunction Rotator cuff deficiency Noncompliance with activity restrictions Humeral component retroversion of 10 degrees Superior placement of the baseplate and glenosphere

88 Which of the following diagnoses has the best 5-year survival if no metastatic disease is found at the time of diagnosis? 1- Ewing's sarcoma

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89 Figures 89a and 89b are the parasagittal and axial CT scans of a 42-year-old patient seen after a motor vehicle collison. What anatomic structure is identified by the asterik in Figure 89b? 12345C6 facet C7 facet C6 pars C6 pedicle C7 pedicle

90 A 3-year-old girl with an L4 level myelomeningocele is ambulatory with a walker and ankle-foot orthoses. Radiographs reveal bilateral dislocated hips. On the right side, the acetabulum is quite shallow; however, on the left side it is well formed. What is the most appropriate treatment for both hips? 1- Continued nonsurgical management 2- Open reduction on the left side and closed reduction on the right side 3- Bilateral open reduction with external oblique transfer to the greater trochanter on the right side only 4- Bilateral open reduction of both hips with bilateral transfer of the iliopsoas to the greater trochanter 5- Bilateral open reduction of both hips with iliopsoas transfers to the greater trochanter bilaterally and right pelvic osteotomy

91 During distal locking of an antegrade femoral nail, the lateral fluoroscopic radiograph seen in Figure 91 is obtained. Before placing the interlocking screws, what maneuver should be performed? 12345Flexion of the hip and knee Extension of the hip and knee Adduction of the leg relative to the C-arm Abduction of the leg relative to the C-arm External rotation of the leg relative to the C-arm

92 While revising the acetabulum, a screw is placed in the posterior superior quadrant exiting the cortex. What neurovascular structure is at risk? 1- Sciatic nerve 2- Obturator nerve

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3- Femoral artery 4- External iliac vein 5- Superior gluteal vein

93 The meniscal condition seen in the arthroscopic Video 93 is best described as a 12345stable tear. parrot beak-type tear. horizontal cleavage tear. bucket-handle type vertical tear. discoid-variant medial meniscus.

94 During the deceleration phase of pitching, which of the following is the principal decelerator and is susceptible to tensile failure due to eccentric loading? 12345Deltoid Brachialis Rotator cuff Pectoral major Latissimus dorsi

95 A 35-year-old man is seen 6 months following a severe ankle sprain with persistent lateral ankle pain. Examination reveals a negative anterior drawer test and no ankle effusion. Lateral and mortise radiographs of the ankle are seen in Figures 95a and 95b, respectively. What treatment option is indicated for the problem illustrated by Video 95c? 12345Physical therapy program with peroneal strengthening and proprioceptive exercises Application of a lace-up ankle brace Lateral ankle ligament reconstruction Peroneal tendon repair Peroneal retinacular repair with a groove-deepening fibular osteotomy

96 Which of the following is considered an advantage of the deltopectoral approach compared with a transdeltoid ("deltoid splitting") approach when managing a proximal humerus fracture with plate fixation technique? 12345Less risk to the axillary nerve Less disruption to remaining osseous blood supply Less necessity for partial detachment of the deltoid insertion Enhanced access to a greater tuberosity fracture Exposure directly overlies the application site of the proximal portion of the plate

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97 A child with a nursemaids' elbow postures the arm in what position? 12345Full elbow extension and forearm pronation Full elbow extension and forearm supination Slightly flexed elbow and forearm pronation Elbow flexion of at least 130 degrees and forearm pronation Elbow flexion of between 100 and 130 degrees and forearm supination

98 A chromosome translocation t(X;18) that results in the fusion of the SYT gene and either the SSX1 or SSX2 gene is associated with 12345osteosarcoma. rhabdomyosarcoma. synovial sarcoma. Ewing cell sarcoma. histiocytosis X.

99 The fourth wrist extensor compartment is anatomically unique because of the presence of 12345bony side walls that contain the tendons. more than one tendon within the compartment. a separate subsheath that subdivides the compartment. an acute change of direction of the tendon at the exit point. a grossly visible sensory nerve running through the compartment.

100 Figures 100a through 100d are the radiographs and MRI scans of a 15-year-old girl with right hip pain for 2 months. A biopsy specimen is seen in Figure 100e. What is the most likely diagnosis? 12345Chondroblastoma Giant cell tumor Septic arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis Eosinophilic granuloma

101 On a standing lateral radiograph of the spine in which the edge of the film represents a true vertical, a normal C7 plumb line should intersect which of the following anatomic landmarks? 1- Center of the C7 vertebral body and the posterior-superior corner of S1 2- Center of the C7 vertebral body and the anterior-superior corner of S1

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3- Anterior border of the C7 vertebral body and the anterior-superior corner of S1 4- Anterior border of the C7 vertebral body and the posterior-superior corner of S1 5- Posterior border of the C7 vertebral body and the posterior-superior corner of S1

102 The best outcome following reverse total shoulder arthroplasty has been reported for what preoperative etiology? 12345Fracture sequelae Rheumatoid arthritis Rotator cuff tear arthropathy Failed hemiarthroplasty Conversion of proximal humerus resection

103 A 35-year-old man sustains an isolated, high-energy right pilon fracture. The brake travel time returns to normal (presumed ability to drive) how many weeks after the patient begins weight bearing? 123450 (when weight bearing begins) 2 4 6 8

104 In the stress-strain curve, the irreversible change in length after removing the load during the plastic range is called 12345elastic limit. proportional limit. breaking point. ultimate strength. plastic deformation.

105 What is the most common complication associated with the procedure seen in Figures 105a and 105b? 12345Nonunion Patella baja Arterial injury Fracture of the lateral cortex Compartment syndrome and peroneal nerve injury

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106 A 135-lb, 11-year-old boy sustained a closed comminuted midshaft femur fracture. What is the best instrumentation option? 12345Bridge plating Flexible titanium nails Closed reduction and spica cast Solid retrograde intramedullary rod Solid antegrade piriformis fossa entry intramedullary rod

107 Protraction of the scapula between the cocking and acceleration phases of throwing is mediated by what nerve? 12345Long thoracic Thoracodorsal Dorsal scapular Spinal accessory Medial pectoral

108 What is the most common anatomic variant in the relationship of the short external rotators and the sciatic nerve at the hip joint? 12345It passes, unsplit, through the piriformis muscle. It travels between the piriformis and capsule, exiting posteriorly above the superior gemellus. It travels between the capsule and the short external rotators exiting below the superior gemellus. It splits above the piriformis with one branch passing through the muscle and the other below it. It splits by the piriformis muscle so that a portion of the nerve is anterior and a portion is posterior.

109 The principles of tension band fixation are most applicable to which of the following fractures? 12345Comminuted patella Comminuted olecranon Non-comminuted tibial tubercle Non-comminuted subtrochanteric femoral Non-comminuted mid-femoral with vascular compromise requiring plate fixation medially

110 With respect to the following, in what manner have computer-assisted navigation systems proved advantageous? 1Improved fracture healing times for humeral shaft fractures treated with medullary nails

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2- Improved long-term patient outcomes after percutaneous iliosacral screw fixation for pelvic ring disruptions 3- Reduced overall surgical time for medullary nailing of femoral shaft fractures 4- Reduced bladder perforation after percutaneous posterior column fixation for acetabular fractures 5- Reduced radiation exposure for surgeons performing freehand interlocking of medullary nails

111 Which of the following describes the phenomenon that occurs when a material is subjected to numerous loading cycles and then fails at a stress level lower than the ultimate stress for that material? 12345Creep Fatigue Toughness Viscoelasticity Plastic deformation

112 Figure 112 shows the radiographs of a 14-year-old boy with a several-month history of worsening wrist pain. Examination reveals tenderness in the mid-dorsal wrist. What is the most appropriate management? 12345Observation Partial wrist fusion Bone stimulator application Temporary scaphotrapeziotrapezoidal pinning Radial shortening osteotomy with plate fixation

113 A 23-year-old man has a 6-month history of worsening pain over the tip of his index finger. The pain is intermittent and exacerbated by cold or direct palpation. A radiograph was obtained (Figure 113a) and biopsy specimens are shown in Figures 113b (low power) and 113c (high power). What diagnosis is most consistent with these findings? 12345Melanoma Enchondroma Glomus tumor Giant cell tumor Osteomyelitis

114 Olecranon fracture fragment excision and triceps advancement is best indicated in which of the following scenarios? 1- A 30-year-old woman with a closed comminuted fracture involving more than 50% of the joint surface

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A 30-year-old woman with an open olecranon fracture which is proximal to the "bare spot" A 55-year-old woman with an oblique olecranon fracture through the coronoid process An 85-year-old man with a comminuted fracture involving less than 50% of the joint surface An 85-year-old man with an oblique fracture through the coronoid process

115 A 57-year-old woman sustains a low-energy fracture of the distal radius. In evaluating for metabolic disorders, what is the most likely serum abnormality? 12345Elevated PTH Decreased CTX Decreased NTX Decreased alkaline phosphatase Low 25-hydroxy cholecalciferol (25 OH vitamin D)

116 Figure 116 is the standing lateral radiograph of a 67-year-old woman with a 4-week history of heel pain after a recent increase in walking activity. Pain occurs with every step and does not improve after a period of walking. The gastrocsoleus complex is tight and she reports pain when the sides of her heel are squeezed. What is the next best step in management? 12345CT scan MRI scan Bisphosphonates Heel cord stretching Corticosteroid injection

117 Figures 117a and 117b are the radiographs of an 8-year-old boy who holds his head at a slight tilt. Examination reveals decreased rotation and lateral flexion of the cervical spine. He is neurologically normal. In addition to obtaining flexion and extension views of the spine, what further management is necessary prior to making recommendations regarding sports participation? 12345Renal and cardiac evaluation Lengthening of the sternocleidomastoid muscle Surgical stabilization of the cervical spine Three-dimensional CT evaluation of the cervical spine Provide reassurance to the parents that no adverse long-term results should be expected

118 A 20-year-old man sustains the injury seen in Figures 118a and 118b in a fall from a bicycle. What is the most appropriate management? 1- Kenny-Howard splint 2- Figure of 8 brace for 6 weeks

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3- Figure of 8 brace for 3 weeks, followed by early motion 4- A sling for 3 to 6 weeks with early motion 5- Open reduction and internal fixation

119 In the evaluation of a patient, which of the following is a nonorganic sign of low back pain? 12345Proportional verbal or physical reaction Positive straight-leg raise at 30 degrees Back symptoms with axial loading Hyperactive reflexes with patient distraction Dermatomal sensory loss in the lower extremities

120 The outcome 1 year after rotator cuff-related surgery in patients with workers' compensation demonstrates which of the following? 1- No change in disability status between preoperative and postoperative 2- Better outcomes than non-workers' compensation patients 3- A lower level of satisfaction as compared to non-workers' compensation patients and unchanged function over their preoperative status 4- A lower level of satisfaction when compared with non-workers' compensation patients but improved function over their preoperative status 5- An equivalent level of satisfaction when compared with non-workers' compensation patients and improved function over their preoperative status

121 The progressive permanent deformation of materials in response to a constant force applied over an extended period of time is called 12345creep. ductility. anisotropy. fatigue failure. viscoelasticity.

122 Figures 122a and 122b are the radiographs of a 65-year-old man with a bump on his tibia for 3 years. A lateral radiograph from a year ago is seen in Figure 122c. MRI scans are seen in Figures 122d and 122e. Biopsy specimens are seen in Figures 122f and 122g. What is the most likely diagnosis? 1234Adamantinoma Periosteal osteosarcoma Small cell osteosarcoma High-grade surface osteosarcoma

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5- Ossifying fibroma/osteofibrous dysplasia

123 What factor differentiates a Pipkin I from a Pipkin II femoral head fracture? 12345Degree of comminution Direction of the hip dislocation Location of the femoral head fracture Presence of an associated femoral neck fracture Size of the femoral head fracture fragment

124 The Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing battery (IMPACT) has proven to be a valuable tool in determining the return to play criteria for injured athletes. Testing is performed via a computer-based protocol that evaluates attention, working memory, and which of the following? 12345Processing speed Physical fitness Retrograde amnesia Hand-eye coordination Loss of consciousness

125 A 12-month-old boy undergoes surgical release and full-thickness skin grafting for the congenital condition shown in Figures 125a and 125b. What is the most common postoperative complication that could negatively affect long-term function? 12345Web creep Nail deformity Digital nerve injury Flexor tendon adhesions Infection of the graft harvest site

126 A 60-year-old woman underwent total knee arthroplasty. Her twin brother underwent the same procedure last year. What gender-related differences could be expected? 1- Lower outcome scores in women 2- Improved range of motion in women 3- Improved implant survivorship in women 4- No difference as long as gender-specific implants are used 5- Higher incidence of postoperative patellofemoral pain in women

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127 A 12-year-old boy has a slipped capital femoral epiphysis. He can bear weight with assistive devices. What is the likelihood of development of osteonecrosis after in situ fixation? 12345Less than 10% 10% to 35% 36% to 65% 66% to 90% Greater than 90%

128 Figure 128 shows the clinical photograph of a patient performing a key pinch grip (pulp to pulp). What is the most likely explanation for the problem noted in the patient's left hand? 12345Ulnar nerve injury in the hand Radial nerve injury at the elbow Median nerve injury at the elbow Median nerve injury at the wrist Anterior interosseous nerve injury in the mid-forearm

129 A patient undergoing rehabilitation after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction experiences postoperative arthrofibrosis. What clinical finding is most expected to be present? 1- Patella alta 2- Large knee effusion 3- Increased posterior drawer 4- Decreased patellar translation 5- Resolution of the extensor lag by postoperative day one

130 Figures 130a through 130c are the radiographs of a college baseball player obtained 7 days after sustaining an injury. He is tender to palpation over the carpal tunnel and denies any numbness or tingling in his fingers. What is the next most appropriate step in management? 12345CT scan of the wrist MRI scan of the carpal tunnel Complete blood count with differential Referral to a neurologist for nerve conduction velocity studies Hand therapy consultation for pain reduction and strengthening exercises

131 The proton energy produced by a 3.O Tesla machine is how many times greater than a 1.5 Tesla machine?

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132 A 45-year-old man sustained a right sacroiliac joint dislocation and a symphysis rupture in a motorcycle accident. He was initially hypotensive and tachycardic and was given fluid resuscitation. Which of the following findings is the best indicator that he is fully resuscitated and ready for definitive skeletal stabilization? 12345Hemoglobin is normal Heart rate has decreased Blood pressure is normal Base deficit is 0-3 mmol/L Urine output is greater than 30 mL/h

133 A 16-year-old girl, admitted for management of scoliosis, tells the physician she does not want to do the preoperative pregnancy test because she has been having a sexual liaison with her school teacher and is worried she might be pregnant. She asks the physician to keep the information confidential. What is the physician's obligation? 12345Cancel the pregnancy test Contact the police immediately Notify child protective services and the parents Notify the parents and let them decide whether the authorities are to be involved Insist on the pregnancy test, and if it is positive, call pediatrics and cancel surgery

134 Figure 134 is the AP radiograph of a 28-year-old woman with progressively worsening pain along the lateral fifth metatarsal head over the last 2 years. She has pain in wide-toe box shoes. There are no calluses and the fifth metatarsophalangeal joint is stable. Which of the following is the most appropriate procedure? 14235Lateral eminence resection Medial translation distal osteotomy Proximal crescentic metatarsal osteotomy Transverse plane metatarsal shaft osteotomy Metatarsal shaft osteotomy in a plane midway between transverse and sagittal planes

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135 Figure 135 is the MRI scan of a 50-year-old mason with posterior elbow pain following a fall 2 days ago at work. Examination reveals moderate swelling at the posterior aspect of the elbow and he is unable to extend the arm against gravity. Management should consist of which of the following? 12345Surgery Aspiration Physical therapy Cortisone injection Cast immobilization

136 Which of the following scenarios involving treatment options for specific pediatric elbow fractures has the highest rate of developing a nonunion or fibrous union? 1- A Gartland type I supracondylar humerus fracture treated with a long-arm cast for 3 weeks 2- A Gartland type III supracondylar humerus fracture treated with closed reduction and percutaneous pinning 3- A 1-cm displaced lateral condyle fracture treated with open reduction and pin fixation 4- A 1-cm displaced medial epicondyle fracture treated with a long-arm cast for 3 weeks 5- A flexion-type supracondylar humerus fracture treated with open reduction and internal fixation

137 Figures 137a and 137b are the postoperative radiographs of a 64-year-old woman with a subtrochanteric fracture of the femur. She underwent antegrade femoral nailing employing a cephalomedullary device. Which of the following would minimize the risk of anterior perforation by the nail in the distal femur? 12345More anterior nail entry site More posterior nail entry site Nail of lesser radius of the curvature Nail of greater radius of the curvature Piriformis rather than trochanteric entry site

138 Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus creates an altered penicillin-binding protein that has a low affinity for beta-lactam antibiotics. The gene that codes for this protein is called 12345env. src. mecA. Sox9. MDR (multidrug resistance).

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139 Figures 139a and 139b are the radiographs of a 20-year-old man. What cell is most commonly abnormal with this condition? 12345Platelet Osteoblast Osteoclast Osteocyte Megakaryocyte

140 Internal impingement of the shoulder may be best described as contact between the 12345lesser tuberosity and the coracoid. supraspinatus and the coracoacromial arch. long head of the biceps and the coracoacromial ligament. undersurface of the teres minor and the posterior glenoid labrum. posterosuperior glenoid labrum and the greater tuberosity.

141 A comminuted olecranon fracture is best treated with which of the following constructs? 12345Bridge plating Compression plating A 7.3-mm lag screw alone A 7.3-mm lag screw and tension band Kirschner wire and tension band construct

142 The structure depicted ( * ) in the AP pelvic radiograph in Figure 142 is comprised of which of the following? 1- Ischial spine 2- Interspinous notch 3- Iliopectineal eminence 4- Quadrilateral surface and cotyloid fossa 5- Radiographic superimposition of the iliopectineal eminence and ischial spine

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143 Fanconi anemia is associated with what congenital deformity? 12345Brachydactyly Preaxial polydactyly Postaxial polydactyly Ulnar longitudinal deficiency Radial longitudinal deficiency

144 Core decompression of the distal radius for the treatment of Kienbck's disease is thought to work through which of the following mechanisms? 1- Unload the lunate fossa 2- Increase force distribution 3- Decrease distal radius stiffness 4- Decrease excessive intraosseous pressure 5- Incite local vascular healing response

145 Figures 145a through 145c are the radiographs and biopsy specimen of a 24-year-old woman who felt a painful pop in her finger when lifting a book. What is the best management of this lesion? 12345Chemotherapy Ray amputation Below-elbow amputation Curettage and bone grafting Wide resection and bone grafting

146 Figures 146a and 146b are the postoperative radiographs of an 83-year-old man with osteoarthritis who underwent a routine total knee arthroplasty. What is the most predictable solution to this problem? 12345Casting in extension for 6 weeks Unlocked, hinged knee brace for 6 weeks Revision with polyethylene exchange Lateral collateral ligament reconstruction Revision to a constrained condylar or hinged knee

147 A 36-year-old woman sustains an oblique, closed fracture of the humeral shaft 11 cms proximal to the lateral epicondyle with associated radial nerve palsy. The fracture is treated closed with the nerve injury treated expectantly. Which of the following is the first muscle expected to demonstrate evidence of reinnervation?

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148 A patient underwent fixation of an acetabular fracture as seen in Figures 148a through 148c. Percutaneous screws were inserted under fluoroscopic guidance. Intraoperative views confirm desired intrapelvic positioning of the inferior screw. The fluoroscopic view seen in Figure 148d is obtained by which of the following methods? 1- Iliac oblique - inlet 2- Iliac oblique - outlet 3- Oburator oblique - inlet 4- Obturator oblique - outlet 5- AP beam orientation and neutral pelvic rotation

149 Figure 149 shows the clinical photograph of a 4-month-old child who has a deformity of the left hand and forearm. The thumb is absent. The right hand and forearm are normal. Laboratory studies show a normal CBC with platelets. What is the most appropriate surgical procedure? 12345Centralization of the ulna only Pollicization of the index finger only Pollicization of the index finger and centralization of the ulna Rotational osteotomy and lengthening of the ulna Vascularized transfer of the fibula to the forearm

150 A 70-year-old man hits his head in a fall. He has upper extremity weakness and dysesthesias. Examination reveals profound bilateral upper extremity weakness with 4/5 quadriceps and 5/5 anterior tibialis and gastrocsoleus strength. This finding is most consistent with which of the following syndromes? 12345Brown-Sequard Central cord Anterior cord Posterior cord Cervical myelopathic

151 What is the single most important predictive factor for successful healing of a Syme ankle disarticulation?

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152 Which of the following nerves may travel within 1 mm of the inferior shoulder capsule and glenoid rim and is at risk during suture passage at the posterior inferior glenoid for shoulder stabilization procedures? 12345Suprascapular Medial pectoral Spinal accessory Lower subscapular Posterior branch of the axillary

153 Figures 153a and 153b are the radiographs of a 57-year-old woman who has had multiple joint complaints, back pain, and weakness for the past several years. Based on the shoulder and spine radiographs and a complaint of dark urine, a urine study is obtained. What is the most likely finding of the urine study? 12345High protein Elevated uric acid level Elevated homogentisic acid level Calcium oxalate crystals Maltese cross sign on polarized light of urine

154 A 19-year-old football player sustains a direct blow to the medial side of the tibia while being tackled. MRI reveals an isolated lateral collateral ligament tear of the knee. Examination would be expected to reveal which of the following? 12345Increased tibial external rotation at 30 degrees knee flexion Increased varus laxity at 0 degrees Increased varus laxity at 0 degrees and 30 degrees knee flexion Increased varus laxity at 30 degrees knee flexion Increased varus laxity at 0 degrees and increased tibial external rotation at 30 degrees knee flexion

155 Which of the following best describes the fracture seen in Figures 155a and 155b? 1- T-shaped 2- Anterior column

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3- Posterior column 4- Associated both column 5- Anterior with posterior hemitransverse

156 Which of the following displaced pediatric forearm fractures is the best candidate for intramedullary fixation with elastic nail(s)? 12345Salter Harris II distal radius fracture Salter Harris IV proximal radius fracture Salter Harris I distal radius and ulna fractures Radius and ulna fractures at the mid diaphysis Radius and ulna fractures at the distal metaphysis

157 Under existing Workers' Compensation laws, when is a patient able to choose a physician of their choice? 12345Never according to Federal Workers' Compensation laws Always according to Federal Workers' Compensation laws Never according to State Workers' Compensation laws Always according to State Workers' Compensation laws According to their individual State Workers' Compensation laws

158 A 35-year-old man has a 1-year history of plantar heel pain and lesser toe swelling. Examination reveals tenderness at the origin of the plantar fascia and there is fusiform swelling of all four of his lesser toes. There is no foot deformity. Which of the following physical findings is also most likely present? 12345Facial rash Pitted fingernails Palmar fascia contractures First carpometacarpal arthrosis Ulnar deviation of the fingers

159 Mendelian traits are those that follow specific patterns of inheritance controlled by which of the following? 12345Point mutations Single gene pair Autosomal chromosomes Phenotypic expression Genotypic transcription

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160 Hypophosphatasia is caused by decreased activity of which of the following gene products? 12345PTHrP Vitamin D receptor Alkaline phosphatase Carbonic anhydrase II Renal 25(OH) vitamin D 1 alpha-hydroxylase

161 A patient has a closed fracture of the tibia and fibula as seen in Figures 161a and 161b. Surgical treatment is elected. What technique modification would best ensure acceptable reduction with intramedullary nailing? 12345A more medial nail entry site A more distal and anterior nail entry site A coronally oriented blocking screw within the anterior portion of the proximal fragment Nailing in a position of increased knee flexion Temporary application of a unicortical plate

162 A premature infant is diagnosed with septic arthritis of the hip. The most critical next step is to evaluate for 12345child abuse. necrotizing enterocolitis. septic arthritis of another joint. an underlying autoimmune disorder. an underlying inflammatory disorder.

163 Cells thought to represent a chondrocyte stem cell population have been found in what zone of articular cartilage? 12345Deep Tidemark Superficial Transitional Calcified cartilage

164 Figures 164a and 164b are the radiographs of a 29-year-old man who experienced a tonic clonic seizure and awakened with severe left shoulder pain and loss of range of motion. He is treated with physical therapy for 6 weeks and, while the pain has subsided, he has loss of range of motion. His skin and

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neurovascular examinations are normal. Range of motion is limited to 60 degrees forward elevation, 0 degrees external rotation, and internal rotation to the midaxillary line. Passive and active range of motion are identical. What is the most appropriate management? 12345Labral repair Total shoulder arthroplasty Transfer of the subscapularis with the lesser tuberosity into the lesion Transfer of the infraspinatus with the posterior greater tuberosity into the lesion Continued physical therapy and counseling about the natural history of adhesive capsulitis

165 During placement of an iliosacral screw into the body of S1, it is important to obtain what pelvic radiographic view to help avoid injury to the S1 nerve root? 1- AP 2- Lateral 3- Inlet 4- Outlet 5- Obturator oblique

166 Figure 166 is the clinical photograph of a 38-year-old woman who sustained an injury to her right dominant hand in a manufacturing plant. Treatment should include 1- revision amputation of all digits because of the avulsion nature of the injury. 2- revision amputation because amputations through zone II should not be reimplanted. 3- replantation of all digits with forearm exposure for tendon reattachment. 4- replantation of the selected digit(s) based on anatomic site match (index to index, long to long, etc). 5- replantation of the selected digit(s) based on best intact parts proximally and distally, even if mismatched.

167 Persistent groin pain following total hip arthroplasty 6 months ago in a 58-year-old man (Figure 167) is most likely caused by which of the following? 12345Aseptic loosening Iliopsoas impingement Abductor insufficiency Formation of a pseudotumor Abnormal femoral version

168 The AAOS Clinical Guideline on Preventing PE in Arthroplasty Patients differed from the American College of Chest Physicians Guidelines by including which of the following prevention modalities?

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169 Figure 169a is the lateral radiograph of a 19-year-old female gymnast with low back and leg pain. Examination reveals exacerbation of back pain with extension. She has a normal motor examination but diminished light touch sensation in an L5 distribution. What measurement shown in Figure 169b has been correlated with this disease? 12345Slip angle Sacral slope Pelvic tilt Pelvic incidence Spinopelvic angle

170 What nerve is most frequently injured during a two-incision distal biceps repair? 12345Ulnar Median Anterior interosseous Posterior interosseous Lateral antebrachial cutaneous

171 What gene product is most likely associated with multiple osteoblastic lesions due to metastatic prostate cancer? 12345BMP 4 Matrilin 3 Collagen Ib Endothelin 1 ACVR1 receptor

172 Which of the following methods minimizes risk of fixation cut-out in an unstable 4-part intertrochanteric femur fracture fixed with a compression hip screw? 1234Use of a supplemental anti-rotation screw Use of an extra large screw and deep thread design Use of a Dimon-Hughston medialization to allow load sharing Screw tip placement with a tip-apex distance of less than 25 mm

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5- Screw tip placement in the inferior hemisphere of the femoral head

173 Figures 173a and 173b are the clinical photograph and radiograph of a 9-year-old girl with a growth on her great toe for the past 4 months. It is painless but has been slowly enlarging. After appropriate preoperative workup, treatment should consist of 12345amputation of the toe. amputation of the distal phalanx. amputation followed by chemotherapy. surgical excision of the lesion. radiation therapy followed by amputation of the toe.

174 A patient allowed no more than touch-down weight bearing on the right lower extremity could use what type of assistive device support? 12345Two crutches A single crutch in the left hand A single crutch in the right hand A cane in the left hand and a single crutch in the left hand A cane in the right hand and a single crutch in the right hand

175 Cardiomyopathy is one of the dose-limiting toxicities of which of the following chemotherapy drugs? 12345Cisplatin Doxorubicin Iphosphamide Methotrexate VP-16

176 Figure 176 is the radiograph of a 50-year-old man with achiness in his left groin for 3 years. He states that he had a severe muscle injury when he slipped on the ice 4 years ago. What is the most likely diagnosis? 12345Synovial sarcoma Myositis ossificans Metastatic carcinoma Foreign body reaction Extraskeletal chondrosarcoma

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177 A 52-year-old man has difficulty walking 3 months after undergoing successful transmetatarsal amputation for ischemic gangrene. Observation of his gait reveals a shortened stance phase and abrupt abbreviated toe off on the surgical side. Which of the following devices would most likely improve his gait? 12345Solid ankle ankle-foot orthosis Hinged ankle ankle-foot orthosis Three-quarter length steel shank shoe modification Full-length steel shank shoe modification Full-length steel shank and rocker sole shoe modification

178 One year after undergoing medial compression screw fixation of a talar neck fracture with medial comminution, a 55-year-old man has a painful limp. Eversion is limited and radiographs reveal a healed fracture. What is the next most appropriate step in treatment? 12345Lateral column lengthening Medial calcaneal sliding osteotomy Crescenteric osteotomy of the talus Opening medial wedge osteotomy of the talus Closing lateral wedge osteotomy of the talus

179 Figures 179a and 179b are the MRI scans of a patient with shoulder pain and weakness. What muscle and nerve is most likely to be affected? 12345Deltoid and axillary Teres minor and axillary Supraspinatus and suprascapular Infraspinatus and suprascapular Subscapularis and lower subscapular

180 A hip arthroplasty performed through the anterior approach uses the plane between what nerves? 1- Superior gluteal and femoral 2- Inferior and superior gluteal 3- Obturator and superior gluteal 4- Obturator and lateral femoral cutaneous 5- Lateral femoral cutaneous and superior gluteal

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181 Which anatomic factor best differentiates an APC-II from an APC-III pelvic fracture pattern? 12345Amount of pubic symphysis diastasis Disruption of the sacrotuberous ligament Disruption of the anterior sacroiliac ligament Disruption of the posterior sacroiliac ligament Associated "crescent" fracture of the posterior iliac wing

182 Moderate or severe pain at 6 months after musculoskeletal injury can be as high as 38% depending on the type and extent of injury. Which of the following factors is a significant independent predictor of moderate or severe pain after musculoskeletal injury? 12345Male gender Female gender Age of younger than 65 years High school graduate History of pain interfering with activities

183 Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva, characterized by massive formation of spontaneous heterotopic bone, is caused by an altered signal transduction of which of the following proteins? 12345BMP-2 BMP-4 BMP-5 BMP-6 BMP-7

184 Figures 184a through 184c are the radiograph and MRI scans of an 18-year-old male soccer player who reports groin pain after several weeks of training. It worsens with prolonged practice and running activities and resolves with rest. What is the most appropriate management? 12345Physical therapy program Percutaneous screw fixation Core decompression with bone grafting Hip arthroscopy for CAM-type femoroacetabular impingement Relative rest to include cessation of impact activities for 6 weeks

185 Figures 185a and 185b are the radiographs of a patient who slipped on the stairs. CT scans do not reveal any associated bony lesions and confirm a dislocation in the medial two articulations. What is the preferred management that will optimize return of function?

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186 Minimally invasive total hip arthroplasty using a Watson-Jones approach as compared with a traditional transgluteal (anterolateral) approach results in which of the following? 1- Decreased blood loss 2- Decreased surgical time 3- Similar early gait kinematics 4- Increased risk of posterior dislocation 5- Increased risk of heterotopic bone formation

187 Figure 187 is the AP radiograph of a 3-month-old boy with thigh-fold asymmetry. The child was born Caesarian and is otherwise normal. Examination reveals that the Barlow and Ortolani tests are negative. He has 80 degrees of abduction in flexion on the left side and 60 degrees on the right side. Management should consist of 12345open reduction of the hip. a follow-up radiograph in 3 months. an arthrogram and closed reduction of the hip. application of a Pavlik harness with ultrasound and clinical evaluation in 2 weeks. application of a Pavlik harness with ultrasound and clinical evaluation in 8 weeks.

188 The femoral insertion of the medial patellofemoral ligament is closest to what letter in Figure 188? 12345A B C D E

189 Fixation of a displaced two-part pertrochanteric hip fracture is performed with a compression screw and side plate (dynamic hip screw). In contrast with a right hip fracture, a left hip fracture is more inclined to what form of malreduction? 1- Varus 2- Valgus

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3- Axial shortening 4- Proximal fragment flexion 5- Proximal fragment extension

190 A 67-year-old woman with painful rheumatoid arthritis presents for metacarpophalangeal joint arthroplasties of all four fingers. What is the expected functional outcome 1 year after surgery? 1- Increased flexion but no improvement of the ulnar drift 2- Decreased extensor lag and improvement of the ulnar drift 3- Decreased total range of motion but improvement of the ulnar drift 4- Improvement in total range of motion but increased extensor lag 5- No change in total range of motion or extensor lag

191 Figures 191a and 191b are the radiographs of a 66-year-old man who reports progressively worsening knee pain after undergoing total knee arthroplasty 3 years ago. He originally did well, but beginning 8 months after surgery began to have pain. Laboratory values reveal a C-reactive protein of 0.2 mg/dL (normal 0.0-0.6 mg/dL) and an erythrocyte sedimentation rate of 2 mm/h (normal 0-15 mm/h). What is the most likely cause of the pain? 12345Infection Aseptic loosening Synovial entrapment Mid-flexion instability Malpositioning of the components

192 What is the most likely long-term consequence of the untreated pediatric elbow injury seen in Figure 192? 12345Weakness of thumb adduction Weakness of the thumb interphalangeal flexion and index distal interphalangeal flexion Weakness of the wrist and thumb flexion Weakness of the wrist and digit extension Weakness of grasp and flexion of the little and ring fingers

193 In treating the fracture seen in Figure 193 with intramedullary nailing and using a blocking screw to assist with alignment during nail placement, what is the best position for a blocking screw? 1234Posterior to the nail in the distal fragment Posterior to the nail in the proximal fragment Anterior to the nail in the distal fragment Anterior to the nail in the proximal fragment

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5- Anterior to the nail in the proximal fragment and posterior to the nail in the distal fragment

194 Teriparatide (Forteo) is contraindicated in patients with which of the following medical conditions? 12345Hypocalcemia Renal failure Osteoarthritis Paget's disease Rheumatoid arthritis

195 A morbidly obese, diabetic 50-year-old woman underwent knee arthroplasty and did well initially. Three weeks after surgery she has a sudden gush of fluid from the knee. She is seen in the emergency department and placed on antibiotics. Two days later clear fluid is still draining from her incision. Her C-reactive protein and erythrocyte sedimentation rate are normal. The knee is not red, hot, or painful. Range of motion is 0 to 120 degrees. What would be the next most appropriate step in management? 12345Arthroscopic debridement Ten days of oral antibiotics Six weeks of IV antibiotics Irrigation and debridement with possible polyethylene exchange Placement in a knee immobilizer and follow up in 3 days for reevaluation

196 Figures 196a through 196f show the radiographs, bone scans, and CT scans of a 57-year-old man with diabetes who has pain in his right leg. His history includes a vascularized right fibular bone graft to his left hip. Laboratory studies reveal a normal erythrocyte sedimentation rate and C-reactive protein. What is the most likely diagnosis? 12345Ewing's sarcoma Stress fracture Osteoid osteoma Chronic osteomyelitis Parosteal osteosarcoma

197 Which of the following is part of the "time-out" protocol recommended by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations prior to any surgical or invasive procedure? 1- The circulating nurse should confirm the type and location of surgery with the patient's informed consent. 2- The patient should repeat the name of the procedure that is being performed. 3- The surgeon should initiate the time-out immediately after making the skin incision.

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4- The surgeon, anesthesiologist, and nurse should perform the time-out before entering the operating room. 5- The time-out should be performed at the end of surgery.

198 An 11-year-old girl sustains the fracture seen in Figures 198a and 198b. What are the maximal acceptable limits following closed reduction for this fracture? 12345Less than 10 degrees of angulation and less than 2 mm of displacement Less than 10 degrees of angulation and less than 5 mm of displacement Less than 30 degrees of angulation and less than 10% displacement Less than 30 degrees of angulation and less than 30% displacement Less than 60 degrees of angulation and less than 30% displacement

199 A patient has a subtrochanteric femoral fracture in which both the greater and lesser trochanters remain in continuity with the proximal fragment. What is the resultant deformity of the proximal fragment? 12345Abduction, flexion, internal rotation Abduction, extension, internal rotation Abduction, flexion, neutral rotation Abduction, flexion, external rotation Adduction, extension, external rotation

200 Which of the following is predictive of a poor outcome following latissimus dorsi transfer? 12345Deltoid tear Teres minor tear Subscapularis tear Supraspinatus tear Long head of the biceps tear

201 Figures 201a and 201b are the radiographs of a 50-year-old woman with progressive knee pain. An MRI scan shows a degenerative meniscal tear. Her BMI is 38. Based on AAOS guidelines, what treatment is recommended (Grade A level of evidence)? 12345Unispacer Lateral heel wedge Knee arthroscopy and debridement Weight loss and low-impact exercise Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate

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202 A 72-year-old man has thigh discomfort. A radiograph reveals a mid-diaphyseal solitary femoral lesion with mineralization. He has a history of prostatic carcinoma diagnosed 10 years ago. What is the next most appropriate step in management? 1- Biopsy 2- Intramedullary stabilization 3- Intramedullary stabilization with cement augmentation 4- Presurgical embolization and intramedullary stabilization 5- Local irradiation followed by intramedullary stabilization

203 A 13-1/2-year-old boy of average height, whose skeletal age matches his chronologic age, is predicted to have a 3.4-cm limb-length inequality at skeletal maturity. The difference is primarily tibial. Which of the following is considered the best treatment to equalize limb length? 1- Immediate tibial epiphysiodesis 2- Immediate femoral epiphysiodesis 3- Immediate combined femoral and tibial epiphysiodesis 4- Tibial epiphysiodesis at age 15 years 5- Combined femoral and tibial epiphysiodesis at age 15 years

204 In designing a posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction rehabilitation program, which of the following activities generates the least amount of stress within the PCL graft? 12345Isokinetic knee flexion Non-weight-bearing resisted knee flexion Non-weight-bearing resisted knee extension (60 to 0 degrees) Non-weight-bearing knee extension from full flexion to about 70 degrees Weight-bearing exercises with depths of greater than 70 degrees of knee flexion

205 Examination of a 20-year-old man who was involved in a motor vehicle accident reveals that he is obtunded with hypotension and tachycardia. The pelvic radiographs seen in Figures 205a through 205c reveal which of the following findings? 12345Osteoid osteoma Osteochondritis dissecans Os acetabuli marginalis superior Anterior wall acetabular fracture Anterior column acetabular fracture

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206 In the preparation and administration of platelet-rich plasma, what is the role of calcium chloride? 1- Reduced viscosity 2- Reduced immunogenicity 3- Initiation of platelet activation 4- Increased angiogenesis 5- Increased expression of prostaglandin E2

207 Figures 207a and 207b are the radiographs of a 14-year-old girl with osteogenesis imperfecta. She has no back pain and has had no radiographic progression during the past year. She is neurologically intact. The osteogenesis imperfecta has been treated with infusions of pamidronate. What is the next most appropriate step in management? 12345Continued observation Arthrodesis from T4 through L4 Arthrodesis from T4 to the sacrum Arthrodesis from T10 through L3 Application of a custom molded thoracolumbosacral orthosis

208 Figure 208 is the radiograph of a 73-year-old woman with a history of hip dysplasia who underwent revision total hip arthroplasty and awoke from general anesthesia unable to dorsiflex her ankle on the surgical side. Management should consist of 12345an MRI scan of the lumbar spine. immediate hip extension and knee flexion. serial laboratory evaluation including hemoglobin and coagulation factors. a return to the operating room for immediate acetabular screw removal. a return to the operating room for immediate sciatic nerve exploration.

209 A 55-year-old man with neck pain is referred for emergent consultation because of concerns about spinal cord compression on the MRI scans shown in Figures 209a and 209b. He has no upper or lower extremity neurologic symptoms and has normal gait and balance. Examination reveals normal motor and sensory function but hyperreflexia in bilateral triceps and quadriceps. What is the most appropriate management? 12345Observation Anterior decompression and fusion C3-7 Posterior laminaplasty C3-7 Posterior laminectomy and fusion C3-C7 Combined anterior and posterior decompression and fusion C3-7

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210 Tumorigenesis, or the development of a tumor with the ability to metastasize, is a multi-step process characterized as which of the following? 12345Genomic stability Sustained angiogenesis Programmed cell death (apoptosis) Protease activity down-regulation Limited replicative potential (telomerase activity)

211 What soft-tissue structure is most likely to be deficient in a patient with the congenital anomaly shown in Figure 211? 1- Iliotibial band 2- Ligament teres 3- Anterior cruciate ligament 4- Lateral collateral ligament 5- Femoral acetabular ligament

212 Buttress plating technique is best used for what type of fracture? 12345Simple partial articular Simple complete articular Comminuted nonarticular Comminuted partial articular Comminuted complete articular

213 The deformity seen in Figures 213a and 213b is most consistent with which of the following? 12345Distal biceps rupture Acute lacertus strain Rupture of the rotator cuff Rupture of the brachioradialis Rupture of the long head of the biceps brachii

214 An 11-year-old girl has the deformity seen in Figures 214a and 214b. Past surgical history is significant for a clubfoot corrective surgery at 6 months of age. What is the cause of this deformity? 1- Insufficiency of the plantar fascia 2- Unopposed pull of the anterior tibialis muscle 3- Congenital deformity of the talonavicular joint

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4- Overlengthening of the posterior tibial tendon 5- Excessive lengthening of the peroneus brevis tendon

215 A patient has recurrent instability with pivoting activities following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Examination reveals a 2A Lachman, 1A anterior drawer, and grade 3 pivot shift. External rotation dial testing at 30 degrees and 90 degrees is negative. A radiograph (Figure 215b) and image (Figure 215a) from the subsequent arthroscopic examination reveals what likely error during the initial procedure? 12345Vertical graft placement Unrecognized posterolateral corner instability Staple fixation of the graft on the tibial side Posterior graft placement with back wall blowout Horizontal graft placement with an excessively horizontal tibial tunnel

216 Figure 216 is the AP radiograph of a 14-year-old girl with osteogenesis imperfecta. She has been on recurrent IV infusion treatment with biphosphonates since age 4. What is the explanation of the horizontal lines? 12345Growth arrest lines Biphosphonate treatment Indications of prior fractures Result of her primary disease Result of intermittent lead exposure

217 Which of the following is necessary during the informed consent process for use in clinical trials? 1- No informed consent is necessary if the two treatment options being evaluated are considered to have equal risk. 2- The process for obtaining informed consent for patients included in clinical trials is mandated by the Institutional Review Board (IRB). 3- The informed consent process only needs to detail the potential benefits of the trial procedure. 4- In obtaining the consent, only the experimental arm of the trial needs to be explained because it is being compared with a control that is more commonly accepted as a reasonable form of treatment. 5- The IRB cannot dictate the process of informed consent.

218 Locking plate fixation is employed to manage a displaced two-part proximal humerus surgical neck fracture in a 68-year-old woman. What method best ensures preservation of the reduction? 1- Deliberate varus reduction 2- Insertion of a laterally positioned intramedullary fibular strut graft

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219 Which of the following is the post-hoc statistical correction that is performed when comparing multiple independent means in a series of pair-wise comparisons in order to determine where the differences occur? 12345Power analysis Student's t-test Yates correction Bonferroni correction Analysis of variance (ANOVA)

220 Based on the findings shown in Figures 220a through 220h, the images and Video 220i portrayed are most consistent with which of the following? 12345Bankart lesion Rotator cuff tear Posterior labral tear Anterior labral periosteal sleeve avulsion (ALPSA) lesion Humeral avulsion of the glenohumeral ligaments (HAGL) lesion

221 Which of the following statements is true about the use of a cane? 12345Use in the ipsilateral hand reduces the abductor angle. Use in the contralateral hand may reduce joint reactive force of up to 50%. Cane use reduces the body weight lever arm. Cane use will prolong the life of total hip arthroplasty. Cane use cannot change the joint reactive force, only improve balance.

222 A 55-year-old woman has a stage 2 acquired adult flatfoot deformity secondary to posterior tibial tendon insufficiency. With the patient seated and the hindfoot reduced to subtalar joint neutral by the examiner, there is residual deformity as shown in Figure 222. What component of the flatfoot reconstruction procedure will address this deformity? 12345Medial displacement calcaneal osteotomy Medial cuneiform opening wedge (Cotton) osteotomy Anterior calcaneal neck lengthening (Evans) osteotomy Flexor digitorum longus tendon transfer to the navicular Peroneus longus tendon repair and reefing

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223 Which of the following treatments has been shown to improve bone density, decrease fracture incidence, and improve function when administered to young children with Sillence type 3 osteogenesis imperfecta? 12345Etanercept Chondroitin Bisphosphonates Collagen type A 1,25-dihydroxy vitamin D

224 A minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis is seen in Figures 224a and 224b. What is the most important reason to open a skin portal distally during plate insertion? 12345Needed for proper insertion of the plate To facilitate reduction of the fracture To protect the anterior tibial artery and the deep peroneal nerve To prevent entrapment of the tibialis anterior muscle and tendon To decompress the anterior compartment to prevent compartment syndrome

225 An 18-year-old man who fell 36 hours ago sustained a C4-5 bilateral facet dislocation with a complete spinal cord injury (ASIA A). Prior to treatment, he and his family are adamant that high-dose methylprednisolone be given. What is the most appropriate response? 12345Contact the hospital's risk management team. Ignore the request because of risks of treatment and limited reported benefits. Conduct an open dialogue with the patient and family and explain the risks and benefits. Administer steroids 30 mg/kg bolus at an infusion rate of 5.4 mg/kg/hour x 24 hours. Administer steroids 30 mg/kg bolus at an infusion rate of 5.4 mg/kg/hour x 48 hours.

226 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has recommended that use of elastomeric devices for the continuous intra-articular infusion of local anesthetics should be stopped primarily due to concern that 12345catheter tips were breaking unexpectedly. the devices are being used in an off-label manner. patients may be sensitized to the latex in the device. an increased risk of surgical site infection has been observed. local anesthetics are associated with chondrolysis of the operative joint.

227 Which of the following findings are typical of femoral fractures that occur in patients after long-term alendronate therapy?

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1- Low energy, spiral, atrophic cortices 2- Low energy, transverse, atrophic cortices 3- Low energy, transverse, hypertrophic cortices 4- High energy, transverse, hypertrophic cortices 5- High energy, transverse, normal cortices

228 Figures 228a and 228b are the AP radiographs of a 17-year-old boy with an elbow deformity. He has a range of motion from 0 to 110 degrees of flexion and is neurologically intact with no pain. If the deformity is treated surgically, which of the following procedures would help in achieving a cosmetically and functionally pleasing result? 12345Medialize the distal fragment Lateralize the distal fragment Close the capitellar epiphysis Transpose the ulnar nerve anteriorly Excise the growth arrest zone medially

229 A female patient walks with an "antalgic gait". What gait abnormality does the term antalgic describe? 12345Unsteady wide-based gait Pelvic tilt at midstance Shortened stance on the affected limb Advancing leg lifted high to clear toes Decreased quadriceps moment in midstance

230 During a lateral approach to the shoulder, the axillary nerve can be found at approximately what distance from the tip of the acromium? 123453 cm 5 cm 7 cm 9 cm 11 cm

231 A 77-year-old woman has significant right shoulder pain aggravated by activity and significant positional night pain that awakens her. She denies any recent trauma or any constitutional symptoms. Examination reveals marked atrophy of the infraspinatus but no deltoid atrophy. Active overhead elevation is to 160 degrees but with a painful arc. She has weakness of external rotation by the side, with an external rotation lag by the side but no external rotation lag in the 90-degree abducted position. An abdominal compression test is normal. Yergason's test is markedly positive. Nonsteroidal anti-

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inflammatory drugs have failed to provide relief. Physical therapy aggravates her pain. Radiographs are seen in Figures 231a and 231b and a representative MRI scan is seen in Figure 231c. What is the best treatment option at this time? 12345Total shoulder arthroplasty Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair Arthroscopic debridement and biceps tenotomy Reconstruction of the coracoacromial arch with allograft

232 A 1-month-old girl has weakness of the right upper extremity that has been present since birth. In the work-up, which of the following findings would suggest a favorable outcome? 12345Ptosis Twitch biceps activity Periscapular muscle atrophy Motor activity on electromyography Meningoceles on magnetic resonance imaging

233 Figures 233a and 233b are the radiographs of a 60-year-old man who underwent surgical fixation to manage a combined mid-diaphyseal and proximal femoral fracture. At his 8-month follow-up visit, he now reports groin pain with attempted full weight-bearing ambulation. Treatment should now include 12345revision hip screw fixation with retention of the device. revision fixation with endosteal plating and fibular strut allograft. implant removal and valgus osteotomy with blade fixation. implant removal and valgus osteotomy with cephalomedullary nailing. implant removal and exchange nailing with a cephalomedullary device.

234 A deep, 5-cm soft-tissue mass is removed without prior radiographic evaluation, expecting it to be a lipoma. The mass was intracompartmental with good hemostasis. The final pathology report lists the diagnosis as a high-grade pleomorphic sarcoma. Treatment should include which of the following? 12345Amputation Radiation therapy without more surgery Chemotherapy without more surgery Close observation for the next 2 years Radical re-resection of the tumor bed and radiation therapy

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235 Figure 235 is the radiograph of a 1-year-old child. Which line best represents Hilgrenreiner's line? 12345A B C D E

236 Figure 236 is the MRI scan of a patient with pain and weakness in the leg. What muscle is most likely to be weak? 12345Gastrocnemius Anterior tibialis Posterior tibialis Peroneus longus Extensor hallucis longus

237 What is the most frequent complication encountered in the surgical treatment of the injury seen in Figures 237a through 237d? 12345Nonunion Infection Motion loss Recurrent instability Subsequent development of meniscal pathology

238 After undergoing a total hip arthroplasty, a 54-year-old woman reports that the operated leg feels longer and a therapist has recommended putting a shoe lift in the other shoe. Standing pelvis and supine pelvis radiographs are seen in Figures 238a and 238b. What is the cause of her limb-length discrepancy? 1- Abductor weakness 2- Adduction contracture 3- Fixed pelvic obliquity 4- Increased acetabular anteversion 5- Lengthening of the leg due to prosthesis position

239 A non-randomized prospective cohort study that compares the results of treatment provides what level of evidence?

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1- I 2- II 3- III 4- IV 5- V

240 Figure 240 is the radiograph of a 50-year-old woman with a 5-year history of a painful bunion that interferes with daily activity and most shoe wear. There is no pain with hallux metatarsophalangeal joint range of motion. The hallux can be passively overcorrected into varus. Which of the following is the most appropriate corrective surgical procedure? 12345Medial eminence resection Distal first metatarsal osteotomy bunionectomy Proximal first metatarsal osteotomy bunionectomy Hallux proximal phalanx medial closing wedge osteotomy First tarsometatarsal angulatory correction with arthrodesis

241 To maximize functional recovery following open reduction and internal fixation of a posterior wall acetabular fracture, rehabilitation 3 months after surgery should focus on 12345gait speed. hamstring strengthening. hip abductor strengthening. hip range of motion. knee and ankle range of motion.

242 Figure 242 is the oblique radiograph of a 42-year-old woman who had breast carcinoma 3 years ago and now has plantar heel pain. She has similar cortical thickening on her medial tibia. What is the most likely diagnosis? 12345Melorheostosis Periosteal osteoma Metastatic carcinoma Healed stress fracture Parosteal osteosarcoma

243 What type of comparison in a clinical trial excludes patients who were not compliant with the protocol guidelines? 1- Parametric 2- Non-parametric

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3- Per protocol 4- Intent to treat 5- Cross-over design

244 A 30-year-old recreational hockey player sustained a closed simple elbow dislocation 5 years ago, which was treated nonsurgically. He generally has a painless elbow with excellent range of motion. Activities such as pushing off from a chair cause him pain and clicking in the posterior aspect of his elbow. Examination reveals full range of motion, no neurovascular deficits, and excellent strength. A posterolateral rotatory pivot shift test is seen on Video 244. Nonsurgical management has been unsuccessful and the patient desires surgical treatment. Which of the following procedures is most likely to be successful? 12345Direct repair of the radial collateral ligament Direct repair of the lateral ulnar collateral ligament Reconstruction of the annular ligament with graft Reconstruction of the radial collateral ligament with graft Reconstruction of the lateral ulnar collateral ligament with graft

245 A patient undergoes retrograde femoral nailing as seen in Figures 245a and 245b. What structure is most at risk during the course of proximal interlocking in the sagittal plane? 12345Lateral femoral cutaneous nerve Divisions of the superficial femoral artery Divisions of the femoral nerve and deep femoral artery Tendinous origin of the direct head of the rectus femoris Tendinous origin of the indirect head of the rectus femoris

246 Figure 246 is the radiograph of a 64-year-old woman who has persistent pain and weakness after undergoing basilar thumb reconstruction with flexor carpi radialis tendon harvest and interposition. Examination reveals an unstable thumb metacarpal base and hyperextension of the metacarpophalangeal (MP) joint to more than 60 degrees. Treatment should now consist of 12345percutaneous fixation of the MP joint. percutaneous fixation of the thumb metacarpal base. basilar thumb ligament reconstruction. basilar thumb ligament reconstruction and MP joint fusion. basilar thumb ligament reconstruction and percutaneous fixation of the MP joint.

247 Figures 247a and 247b are the radiographs of a 60-year-old man with intermittent hallux pain while playing tennis for the last 6 weeks. There is no pain with range of motion except at maximum dorsiflexion. The grind test is negative. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment?

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248 The CT scan findings shown in Figure 248 are most consistent with which of the following Young and Burgess pelvic fracture classification patterns? 1- VS 2- APC-II 3- APC-III 4- LC-II 5- LC-III

249 A 15-year-old girl with acetabular dysplasia requires a pelvic osteotomy. The hip is concentric with a center edge angle of 5 degrees. Which of the following is the most appropriate type of osteotomy? 12345Chiari Dega Ganz Salter Pemberton

250 A patient underwent total knee arthroplasty 6 weeks ago. He has 70 degrees of flexion despite undergoing aggressive physical therapy. Preoperatively and intraoperatively, he had 110 degrees of motion as seen in Figure 250. Treatment should now consist of 12345open lysis of adhesions. arthroscopic lysis of adhesions. manipulation under anesthesia. decreasing polyethylene thickness. tibial and femoral component revision.

251 A 70-year-old man has had severe neck pain and upper and lower extremity pain for the past 2 years. He reports progressive gait instability with a number of falls. Examination reveals weakness in biceps, triceps, and hand intrinsics bilaterally. He has 3+ biceps, triceps, and quadriceps reflexes with 10 beats

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of ankle clonus. A radiograph and MRI scan are seen in Figures 251a and 251b. Which of the following is the strongest contraindication to posterior decompression? 12345Age Severe neck pain Cervical kyphosis Duration of symptoms Multiple-level disease

252 When performing unconstrained total shoulder arthroplasty, a humeral neck osteotomy performed with the correct version and inclination but with excessive bone removal will cause what complication? 12345Glenoid malposition Rotator cuff injury Brachial plexus injury Humeral stem loosening Overstuffing of the joint

253 Figures 253a and 253b are the MRI scans of an 18-year-old female gymnast with pain while tumbling. The pain is exacerbated by plantar flexion. She denies any inversion injuries. Rest, activity restriction, and physical therapy have not improved her symptoms. Treatment should now consist of 12345excision os trigonum. anterior ankle debridement. Achilles tendon debridement. peroneal tendon debridement. lateral ankle ligament reconstruction.

254 When considering implant options for managing a displaced subtrochanteric fracture of the proximal femur, what is the principal benefit of intramedullary nailing in contrast with plating? 12345Diminished injury to the abductors Implant insertion facilitates reduction More ideally manages preexisiting deformity Biomechanic superiority and diminished risk of implant failure Uniquely suited to indirect reduction and minimally invasive fixation

255 The anterior interosseous nerve innervates which of the following muscles?

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1- Flexor digitorum profundus to the index and middle fingers, flexor pollicis longus, pronator quadratus 2- Flexor digitorum profundus to the index, middle, ring, little fingers, flexor pollicis longus, pronator quadratus 3- Flexor digitorum profundus to the ring, little fingers, flexor pollicis longus, flexor pollicis brevis 4- Flexor digitorum profundus to the index, middle fingers, flexor pollicis longus, abductor pollicis brevis 5- Flexor digitorum profundus to the index, middle fingers, flexor pollicis longus, lumbricals to the index and middle fingers

256 Following a fall, a 67-year-old Medicare patient is seen for a new wrist deformity at the request of the primary care physician. The patient was seen by your partner 5 years ago for treatment of a compression spine fracture. After evaluation, documenting your findings, and sending communication to the requesting physician, the most appropriate category for your services is which of the following? 1- New patient (CPT code 99203); Medicare no longer recognizes consultation codes 2- Return patient (CPT code 99213); the patient is known to your practice 3- Consultation (CPT code 99243); the requirements for consultation are met 4- Postoperative visit (CPT code 99024); the patient is post spine fracture treatment 5- Second opinion confirmatory (CPT code 99273); you are the second opinion after that of the primary care physician

257 The National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends a daily calcium intake of how many milligrams for men and women older than age 50? 12345250-500 mg 750 mg 1,200-1,500 mg 2,000-3,000 mg 5,000 mg

258 Where does the piriformis muscle originate? 1- Inner table of the iliac wing 2- Inner side of the obturator membrane 3- Outer table of the iliac wing 4- Outer side of the obturator membrane 5- Ventral surface of the sacrum

259 Which of the following best describes the technique used to obtain a false profile view of the hip?

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Standing AP position with the hip flexed 65 degrees Standing position at an angle of 65 degrees between the pelvis and the film Supine position with the hip abducted 65 degrees Supine position with an oblique angle of 65 degrees between the pelvis and the film Sitting position with an oblique angle of 65 degrees between the pelvis and the film

260 Figures 260a and 260b are the weight-bearing AP and lateral radiographs of a 61-year-old woman with progressively worsening pain at the first metatarsophalangeal joint and increasing angulation of the hallux over the last 3 years. Examination reveals significant pronation of the hallux. What is the most appropriate corrective surgical procedure? 12345Distal first metatarsal osteotomy Distal first metatarsal osteotomy with lateral metatarsophalangeal joint soft-tissue release Proximal first metatarsal osteotomy Proximal first metatarsal osteotomy with lateral metatarsophalangeal joint soft-tissue release First metatarsophalangeal arthrodesis

261 A 62-year-old right-hand dominant man who has a history of rheumatoid arthritis underwent a primary total elbow arthroplasty 1 year ago. He continues to report elbow pain since the initial surgery. He has both rest and night pain and denies any drainage from the wound although he does state that at times "my elbow feels hot." He denies any systemic symptoms. A plain radiograph is seen in Figure 261. His peripheral white blood cell count is 5,500/mm3 (normal 3,500-10,500/mm3) with 80% neutrophils. His C-reactive protein level is 15. Aspiration was performed and cultures grew proprionibacterium acnes. Treatment should now consist of 12345resection arthroplasty. staged exchange arthroplasty. single stage exchange arthroplasty. arthroscopic irrigation and debridement. open irrigation and debridement with bushing exchange.

262 The structure indicated by the arrows in the arthroscopic image of a hip (Figure 262) is important in what type of hip injuries? 12345Distraction Hyperflexion Hyperabduction External rotation Pipken-type femoral head fractures

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263 Which of the following factors has been associated with a greater risk of nonunion among patients with a type II odontoid fracture? 12345Diabetes Male gender Angulation of 5 degrees Patient age of less than 65 years Posterior displacement of 10 mm

264 Compared with standard infrapatellar nailing of a proximal-third tibia fracture, the semi-extended technique for intramedullary nailing is beneficial because it 12345does not violate the intra-articular space of the knee. minimizes the apex anterior deformity at the fracture site. reduces the risk of iatrogenic injury to the menisci. reduces the risk of saphenous nerve injury. increases the length of the nail that can safely be inserted.

265 According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons clinical guidelines, which of the following has the strongest evidence to support its use in the nonsurgical treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome? 12345Acupuncture Iontophoresis Wrist splinting Heat therapy Massage therapy

266 During a posterior approach to the hip, Video 266 shows a stitch being placed in what structure? 12345Posterior capsule Piriformis tendon Gluteus medius tendon Gluteus minimus tendon Inferior gemellus tendon

267 Which of the following is most commonly associated with the use of calcium sulfate alone in the treatment of fracture nonunions? 1- 90% rate of healing of the nonunion

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268 Figure 268 is the radiograph of a 5-year-old boy who sustained a fracture of his right humerus. Initial treatment should consist of which of the following? 12345Immobilization Biopsy of the cyst Bone marrow injection Flexible titanium intramedullary nails Cortisone injections with or without bone graft

269 Which schematic seen in Figure 269 represents the ideal cross-sectional screw configuration within the femoral neck for treatment of a subcapital hip fracture? 12345a b c d e

270 Figure 270 is the CT scan of a 32-year-old woman who was in a motor vehicle collision. She has neck and right arm pain. Neurologic examination is normal except for right biceps weakness (4/5). She has no other injuries. Definitive treatment should include 12345a rigid cervical orthosis. anterior C5-6 arthrodesis. posterior C4-6 arthrodesis. posterior C5-6 arthrodesis. bed rest and high-dose methylprednisolone.

271 In designing an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction rehabilitation program, which of the following activities generates the least amount of stress within the ACL graft? 12345Straight leg raise Resisted leg raises with 30 degrees of knee flexion Slow speed (<60 degrees/sec) isokinetic knee flexion Slow-speed (<60 degrees/sec) isokinetic knee extension Non-weight-bearing resisted terminal knee extension (30 to 0 degrees)

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272 A disorder transmitted as an autosomal-dominant trait with genetic anticipation implies which of the following? 1- 25% of offspring, both males and females, will have the disorder and the ones who inherit the disease will be likely to have a less severe disease than the involved parent. 2- 50% of male and female offspring will have the disorder and the ones who inherit it will be likely to have a more severe disease than the involved parent. 3- 50% of male offspring will have the disorder and females who inherit the disease will have fewer tandem repeats than the involved parent. 4- 50% of female offspring will have the disorder and males who inherit the disease will have fewer tandem repeats than the involved parent. 5- The percentage of offspring who inherit the disorder increases with each subsequent generation.

273 Figure 273 are the radiographs of a 50-year-old man who sustained a wrist injury after a motorcycle accident. There is no distal radioulnar joint instability after radius fixation. Management should include fixation of the radius 12345alone. and ulnar styloid excision. and repair of the triangular fibrocartilage complex. and percutaneous fixation of the ulnar styloid. and open reduction and internal fixation of the ulnar styloid.

274 Figures 274a and 274b are the AP and lateral radiographs of a 12-year-old boy with medial knee pain and effusion after a twisting injury. Management should consist of 12345diagnostic arthroscopy and microfracture. diagnostic arthroscopy and retrograde drilling. diagnostic arthroscopy and osteochondral autograft transfer. non-weight-bearing with crutches and a long leg cast for 8 weeks and close follow-up. non-weight-bearing with crutches, continued knee range-of-motion exercises, and close follow-up.

275 Figure 275 is the MRI scan of a 75-year-old man who has had atraumatic right shoulder pain during overhead activity for the past month. Examination reveals 160 degrees of active and passive bilateral shoulder elevation. The right shoulder has pain with 90 degrees of forward flexion with full internal rotation. Waist level external rotation strength and abdominal compression tests are normal. Treatment should consist of which of the following? 1- Electromyography 2- Acromioplasty

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3- Physical therapy 4- SLAP repair 5- Rotator cuff repair

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