Practice Test DEX Questions with
correct Answers
What two structures are nearby and must be avoided when inserting the 3.5 swivelock
into the sustentaculum tali when doing an internal brace? - Answer -The tibial nerve and
posterior articular facet of the calcaneus
What is the normal anatomic volar tilt of the distal radius? - Answer -11 degrees
How many plate options are offered in the ankle fusion plating system? - Answer -4
Anterior plate left & right, lateral tibiotalar, lateral tibiotalocalcaneal plate, posterior
tibiotalocalcaneal plate left & right
The transverse carpal ligament attaches to what 2 structures on the radial side of the
carpus? - Answer -scaphoid and trapezium
The traditional extensile lateral incision for calcaneus is preferred over the sinus tarsi
approach because of lower rates of wound complications - Answer -false, sinus tarsi
approach decreases wound complications
What joint between the calcaneus and the talus supports the most body weight? -
Answer -posterior facet
What nerve is the greatest concern when repairing a midsubstance achilles tendon
rupture? - Answer -Sural
Which joint in the hand is the most common to develop OA? - Answer -1st CMC
What size wedges do we offer in our cotton plates? - Answer -2, 4, 6, 8
T/F the partial threads of the 6.7 cannulated screws are 18mm and 24mm in length -
Answer -false, 18mm and 28mm
Which of the following distal radius fractures is known to result in unstable carpus? -
Answer -Bartons
What structure is commonly injured as an acute or late complication of a distal radius
plate that is placed just distal to the watershed line? - Answer -Rupture of the flexor
pollicis longus tendon
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