Spondylolisthesis - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

1. What is a lumbar puncture used for? correct answers - needle inserted into subarachnoid space → extract CSF (spinal tap) → inject anesthetic (spinal block) → inject contrast material. 1. Where is the needle inserted in lumbar puncture? correct answers - between L3/L4 (or L4/L5) - at level of horizontal line thru upper points of iliac crest 1. What considerations must be taken in a lumbar puncture? correct answers - spinal cord may end as low as L2 in adults, L3 in children,...

Forward movement of one of the lower lumbar vertebra on the vertebra below it, or upon the sacrum - answer--Spondylolisthesis is: 1 Forward movement of one of the lower lumbar vertebrae on the vertebrae below it, or upon the sacrum 2 Ankylosis of the vertebrae 3 Neurofibromatosis 4 Deterioration of the spinal cord gray matter which is replaced by a large cyst Sciatic nerve - answer--The common peroneal nerve arises at the superior angle of the popliteal fossa from the: 1 Superior tibial...

CCEP Overview Cranial Nerves: sensory, motor, both - correct answer 1. S 2. S 3. M 4. M 5. B 6. M 7. B 8. S 9. B 10. B 11. M 12. M Spondylolisthesis - correct answer - vertebra slip forward What muscle is innervated by the long thoracic nerve? - correct answer - serratus anterior T-cells - correct answer - mature in thymus - CD4: helper - CD8: cytotoxic Abnormal Pulses - correct answer - Pneumothorax: fast & dull - Anemia: fast & bounding Cerumen - correct answer - ...

What is the MOST likely diagnosis for a 65 year old patient with LBP and difficulty walking? a. Muscle strain b. Lumbar disc herniation c. Spondylolisthesis d. Spinal stenosis correct answers d. Spinal stenosis Which of the following is a positive prognostic factor for a patient with LBP? a. Age +50 b. Psychological factors c. Physical workload d. Physically active correct answers d. Physically active Which of the following observation findings is MOST associated with spondylo...

Why include ant ST on lat Cspine - ACCURATE ANSWER-Pre verterbal fat stripe- widening=#, mass, inflammation Air gap technique - ACCURATE ANSWER-reduces scatter, increases contrast IP 10-15 cm away from pt mAs increase 10% for every cm gap Not effective with high kV why expiration with pneumo - ACCURATE ANSWER-reduces lung vol, pneumo occupies larger area- easier to see Spondylolisthesis - ACCURATE ANSWER-forward displacement of a vertebra commonly occurs after # (pars) Spondylolys...

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___ and ___ are 2 signs of diabetic coma. A. Drowsiness, acetone-smwlling breath B. Seizures, pale/ clammy skin C. Seizures, abounding pulse D. Flushed skin, giddiness E. Pale skin, weak pulse - Answer-A "Cauliflower ear" is an injury to which structure of the ear? A. Tympanic membrane B. External auditory canal C. Pinna D. Eustachian tube E. Internal auditory canal - Answer-C "Spearing" in football is a dangerous technique. Football coaches have discontinued this practice when ...

Why include ant ST on lat Cspine : Pre verterbal fat stripe- widening=#, mass, inflammation Air gap technique : reduces scatter, increases contrast IP 10-15 cm away from pt mAs increase 10% for every cm gap Not effective with high kV why expiration with pneumo : reduces lung vol, pneumo occupies larger area- easier to see Spondylolisthesis : forward displacement of a vertebra commonly occurs after # (pars) Spondylolysis : occurs when there is a fracture of the pars portion of the ver...

Sprain - Injury to joint where ligament or capsule is over-stretched resulting in instability and swelling. RICE is recommended until swelling and pain subside Strain - Injury to a muscle or tendon where fibers are torn or over stretched causing pain, swelling, and bruising. RICE recommended until swelling and pain subside Spasm - Prolonged involuntary contraction of a muscle painful. RICE helpful acutely or until spasm subsides Medical Release - suggested for the following conditions: ACL...

A MRI procedure is contraindicated for a patient who has: a. a pacemaker that was placed 15 years ago b. dental fillings c. subdural bleeding d. scoliosis -Correct Answer A A PA chest image reveals that only eight ribs are seen above the diaphragm. Which of the following suggestions would improve the inspirtations of lungs? a. use higher kV to penetrate the diaphragm b. perform the chest position supine c. take the exposure on the second inspiration rather than on first d. use a short...