Musculoskeletal Assessment Quiz

What does the acronym "SOAPIER" stand for in musculoskeletal assessment?

• Subjective, Objective, Analysis, Plan, Intervention, Evaluation, Review

• Symptoms, Observation, Assessment, Plan, Intervention, Evaluation, Report

• Subjective, Observation, Analysis, Plan, Intervention, Evaluation, Review

• Symptoms, Objective, Assessment, Plan, Intervention, Evaluation, Report

Which component of subjective assessment includes the patient's name, age, and date of admission?

• Pain scale

• Patient's personal particulars

• Aggravating factors

• Past medical history

What tool is used to measure pain intensity on a scale of 0 to 10?

• Body chart

• Visual Analogue Scale (VAS)

• Goniometer

• Tape measure

Which of the following is NOT a component of objective assessment?

• Observation

• Palpation

• Pain scale

• Joint range of motion

What is the purpose of a "clearing test" in musculoskeletal assessment?

• To measure muscle bulk

• To rule out involvement of other structures (e.g., nerves)

• To assess aggravating factors

• To evaluate medication side effects

Which of the following best describes "irritability" in a musculoskeletal assessment?

• The patient's emotional state

• The amount of activity that increases symptoms and time taken to return to baseline

• The severity of pain at rest

• The patient's occupation-related stress

What is the primary purpose of a "body chart" in subjective assessment?

• To record medication history

• To document the location and nature of pain

• To measure muscle power

• To evaluate neurological involvement

Which of the following is a key element of "special questions" in subjective assessment?

• Muscle bulk measurement

• General health status

• Joint range of motion

• Palpation techniques

What does "ROM" stand for in objective assessment?

• Range of Motion

• Review of Medication

• Rate of Movement

• Rehabilitation Outcome Measure

Which tool is used to measure joint range of motion?

• Visual Analogue Scale

• Goniometer

• Body chart

• Tape measure