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32 C Scoliosis is a lateral curvature of the spine

33 B Vertebral compression fractures occur frequently in osteoporotic patients

Fasciotomy is the only effective treatment for compartment syndrome to
34 A
relieve pressure

Rotator cuff tears present with pain during overhead activities and
35 A
weakness in external rotation

36 C The valgus stress test assesses the integrity of the MCL

37 C Patients with diabetes and open wounds are at high risk for osteomyelitis

38 B A TKA involves replacing both femoral and tibial surfaces of the knee joint

MRI is the most sensitive imaging modality for detecting stress fractures
39 C
early

Pacemakers are a contraindication due to the magnetic field's effects on
40 B
electronic devices

Spina bifida is a congenital defect where the vertebral arch fails to close
41 A
properly

Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease is an idiopathic avascular necrosis of the
42 B
femoral head seen in children aged 3-12 years

Acute orthopaedic conditions typically involve sudden onset, such as
43 C
trauma-induced rotator cuff tears

Osteoarthritis presents with gradual joint pain, stiffness lasting less than 30
44 A
minutes, and difficulty with weight-bearing activities

A Pavlik harness is the first-line treatment for DDH in infants to maintain
45 B
hip reduction

A Colles’ fracture occurs when a patient falls onto an outstretched hand,
46 A
causing a dorsally displaced fracture of the distal radius

Eccentric strengthening and physical therapy are first-line treatments for
47 C
chronic Achilles tendinitis