Orthopedics

Which of the following fractures is not associated with avascular necrosis:

• femoral neck

• clavicle

• scaphoid

• talus

A 48-year-old female presented to your office with a history of recently being diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. Initial management includes all of the following EXCEPT:

• steroid injections

• splinting

• NSAIDS

• carpal ligament release

A 29-year-old male presented to the ED after a MVA complaining of RLE pain. A physical exam reflected and adducted and medially rotated right lower extremity. Most likely injury is:

• anterior hip dislocation

• posterior hip dislocation

• femur fracture at the neck

• femur fracture at the proximal aspect

A 65-year-old male is complaining of right hip pain after hitting the dashboard during a MVA. The most common associated injury is:

• femoral artery

• femoral nerve

• sciatic nerve

• obturator nerve

Which of the following is false regarding shoulder dislocations:

• 90% are anterior dislocations

• posterior dislocations are associated with seizures

• Axillary nerve palsy may be present

• Reduction can usually be achieved with internal rotation