Knee Assessment 3

Which of the following knee stress tests is used to assess the integrity of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)?

• McMurray's Test

• Lachman's Test

• Apley's Compression Test

• Valgus Stress Test

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

During a range of motion assessment, what is the normal range of knee flexion in degrees?

• 0-60 degrees

• 0-90 degrees

• 0-135 degrees

• 0-180 degrees

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which manual muscle testing technique is used to evaluate the strength of the quadriceps muscle?

• Resisted knee flexion

• Resisted knee extension

• Resisted hip abduction

• Resisted ankle dorsiflexion

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

A patient presents with pain and swelling in the knee after a twisting injury. Which knee injury is most likely?

• Patellar Tendinitis

• Meniscus Tear

• Osteoarthritis

• Bursitis

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Explain why the Lachman's Test is preferred over the Anterior Drawer Test for assessing ACL injuries.

• The Lachman's Test is less painful for the patient.

• The Lachman's Test is more sensitive and specific for ACL injuries.

• The Anterior Drawer Test requires more equipment.

• The Anterior Drawer Test is only used for chronic conditions.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

A patient has limited knee extension. Which muscle group is most likely contributing to this limitation?

• Hamstrings

• Quadriceps

• Gastrocnemius

• Adductors

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Describe the strategic approach to performing a manual muscle test for the hamstrings.

• The patient is seated, and the examiner applies resistance to knee extension.

• The patient is prone, and the examiner applies resistance to knee flexion.

• The patient is standing, and the examiner applies resistance to hip flexion.

• The patient is supine, and the examiner applies resistance to ankle dorsiflexion.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is the primary reason for using the McMurray's Test in a clinical setting?

• To assess the stability of the patella

• To evaluate the integrity of the meniscus

• To measure the range of motion of the knee

• To test the strength of the quadriceps

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following is a common symptom of patellar tendinitis?

• Swelling behind the knee

• Pain at the front of the knee, especially during jumping

• Locking of the knee joint

• Numbness in the lower leg

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How does the valgus stress test help in diagnosing knee injuries?

• It assesses the integrity of the lateral collateral ligament.

• It evaluates the strength of the quadriceps muscle.

• It measures the range of motion of the knee joint.

• It assesses the integrity of the medial collateral ligament.

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