Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
College of Applied Medical Sciences
Medical Care for Emergency (CAMS 234)
Review Questions – Emergency Care of Musculoskeletal System Injuries
1. An injury in which ligaments are stretched and partially or completely torn is a __________.
A.
B.
C.
D.
sprain
strain
dislocation
fracture
2. When treating a sprain, the "I" in the acronym RICE stands for __________.
A.
B.
C.
D.
immobilize
isolate
ice
immediate
3. A ________ is a stretching and tearing of muscle fibers.
A.
B.
C.
D.
cramp
sprain
strain
dislocation
4. A man riding a horse is thrown and lands on two outstretched hands. One arm sustains a
fractured elbow and the collarbone at the end of the other arm is fractured. This is an
example of what kind of force?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Direct
Indirect
Twisting
Sliding
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5. What is the most important first aid care for a suspected fracture?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Immobilization.
Controlling pain.
Checking motor function.
Preventing shock.
6. Always check the distal pulse of a suspected fracture site. Lack of a pulse indicates
__________.
A.
B.
C.
D.
severe nerve damage
decreased blood flow
increased blood flow
numbness
7. Before and after splinting, it is important to assess __________.
A.
B.
C.
D.
breathing patterns
blood loss
pulse and sensation
responsiveness
8. Improper splinting can result in __________.
A.
B.
C.
D.
increased distal circulation
reduced distal circulation
reduced transport time
less pain
9. The "C" in RICE stands for "circulation."
A. True.
B. False.
10. If the victim shows signs of shock, arrange for immediate transport without taking time to
apply a splint.
A. True.
B. False.
11. Any device used to immobilize a fracture or dislocation is a splint.
A. True.
B. False.
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Answers:
1. A
2. C
3. C
4. B
5. A
6. B
7. C
8. B
9. B
10. A
11. A
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