Orthopaedics Quiz
An individual complains of neck pain and numbness in the arms following a car accident.
Question 1 of 5
What is the most appropriate action?
Immobilise the neck using a cervical collar and call for an ambulance.
CORRECT!
1 / 5
Apply a hot pack to the neck for pain relief.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Massage the neck gently to relieve tension.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Encourage the person to move the neck to alleviate stiffness.
WRONG!
0 / 5
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An individual accidentally steps on a sharp object, causing a deep puncture wound on the sole
of the right foot. The wound is bleeding profusely.
Question 2 of 5
What should be the immediate response?
Compress the wound firmly with gauze and call for an ambulance.
CORRECT!
1 / 5
Squeeze the wound to stop the bleeding.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Apply a heating pad to the wound to promote healing.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Ignore the wound and continue walking.
WRONG!
0 / 5
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An individual experiences a sudden, sharp pain in the lower back while lifting a heavy object. As a result, the individual is unable to stand upright and has difficulty walking.
Question 3 of 5
What is the recommended immediate course of action?
Apply a hot pack to the lower back for pain relief.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Encourage the person to continue lifting lighter objects.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Help the person stretch by bending forward repeatedly.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Stop the activity and ask the individual to lie down. Call for an ambulance.
CORRECT!
1 / 5
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During a basketball game, a player falls and sustains head injury. The player loses
consciousness briefly and experiences severe headache upon regaining consciousness.
Question 4 of 5
What is the most appropriate immediate action?
Encourage the player to continue playing after a short rest.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Massage the head gently to relieve tension.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Immobilise the neck and call for an ambulance.
CORRECT!
1 / 5
Apply a hot pack to the head to alleviate pain.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Confirm
An individual falls from a ladder and lands on an outstretched arm, experiencing intense pain in
the elbow and is unable to move the affected arm.
Question 5 of 5
What is the most appropriate immediate action?
Apply a hot pack to the elbow to alleviate the pain.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Immobilise the arm using a splint or sling and seek medical attention.
CORRECT!
1 / 5
Encourage the individual to shake the affected arm to regain mobility.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Massage the elbow gently to relieve tension.
WRONG!
0 / 5
Confirm