HSC PDHPE Quiz on Dislocation and Sports Medicine

What is a dislocation?

• An abnormal separation in a joint between two bones

• A bone fracture

• A type of skin abrasion

• A type of muscle strain

Which joints frequently dislocate?

• Fingers and ball and socket joints like shoulder or hip

• Elbow and wrist joints

• Knee and ankle joints

• Spine and neck joints

What is NOT a sign or symptom of a dislocated joint?

• Swelling around the joint

• Bruising around the joint

• Pain at the joint

• Increased mobility of the joint

What should you NOT do when managing a dislocation?

• Support the area

• Try to relocate the dislocation

• Apply ice packs

• Check for circulation past the joint

Which of the following is a management technique for soft tissue injuries?

• Use of Heat and Cold

• Taping for Isolation of Injury

• All of the above

• Progressive Mobilisation

What is the primary focus of rehabilitation procedures for a dislocated shoulder?

• Progressive mobilisation and graduated exercise

• Immediate return to play

• Surgical intervention

• Pain management only