Bursitis and tendinitis MCQs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: September 28, 2024

What is the primary cause of bursitis? A. Overuse and repetitive motion B. Acute trauma C. Infection D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above Which of the following is a common symptom of tendinitis? A. Numbness in the limb B. Pain and stiffness in a tendon C. Swelling of the joint D. Fever and chills Answer: B. Pain and stiffness in a tendon What is the main function of bursae in the body? A. Store fat B. Reduce friction between moving parts C. Provide nutrients to tendons D. Produce synovial fluid Answer: B. Reduce friction between moving parts Which of the following is a common site for bursitis? A. Elbow B. Knee C. Shoulder D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above What is a common risk factor for developing tendinitis? A. Aging B. Sedentary lifestyle C. Being overweight D. All of the above Answer: A. Aging Which diagnostic test is often used to confirm bursitis or tendinitis? A. X-ray B. MRI C. Blood tests D. Ultrasound Answer: B. MRI What is the recommended initial treatment for bursitis? A. Surgery B. Ice and rest C. Heat therapy D. Massage Answer: B. Ice and rest Which type of tendinitis is commonly associated with the shoulder? A. Achilles tendinitis B. Rotator cuff tendinitis C. Patellar tendinitis D. Tennis elbow Answer: B. Rotator cuff tendinitis What is a typical symptom of bursitis? A. Joint stiffness B. Sharp, localized pain C. Fever D. Loss of sensation Answer: B. Sharp, localized pain What can be a long-term consequence of untreated bursitis? A. Improved joint flexibility B. Chronic pain and disability C. Strengthening of muscles D. Spontaneous healing Answer: B. Chronic pain and disability What is the most common type of bursitis? A. Prepatellar bursitis B. Subacromial bursitis C. Trochanteric bursitis D. Olecranon bursitis Answer: A. Prepatellar bursitis Which activity is most likely to cause tendinitis in the elbow? A. Swimming B. Weightlifting C. Writing D. Playing guitar Answer: B. Weightlifting What is the typical treatment for chronic tendinitis? A. Heat and massage B. Ice and anti-inflammatory medications C. Rest and stretching exercises D. Immediate surgery Answer: C. Rest and stretching exercises Which type of imaging is best for assessing soft tissue injuries like tendinitis and bursitis? A. CT scan B. MRI C. X-ray D. Ultrasound Answer: B. MRI What is a common preventative measure for bursitis? A. Regular stretching B. Avoiding physical activity C. High-impact exercise D. Ignoring pain signals Answer: A. Regular stretching What is the primary goal of physical therapy for tendinitis? A. Increase swelling B. Restore range of motion and strength C. Promote complete rest D. Avoid any movement Answer: B. Restore range of motion and strength What does the term “tendinopathy” refer to? A. Inflammation of a bursa B. Degeneration of a tendon C. Infection in a tendon D. Fracture of a tendon Answer: B. Degeneration of a tendon Which of the following is a common treatment option for bursitis? A. Corticosteroid injections B. Regular exercise C. Surgery D. All of the above Answer: A. Corticosteroid injections What is a common sign of shoulder bursitis? A. Numbness in the fingers B. Pain during overhead activities C. Swelling in the hand D. Dislocation of the shoulder Answer: B. Pain during overhead activities Which factor is NOT a typical cause of tendinitis? A. Repetitive motions B. Aging C. High-impact sports D. Adequate rest Answer: D. Adequate rest What type of tendinitis is also known as “tennis elbow”? A. Lateral epicondylitis B. Medial epicondylitis C. Patellar tendinitis D. Achilles tendinitis Answer: A. Lateral epicondylitis Which of the following is a symptom of Achilles tendinitis? A. Pain in the back of the knee B. Swelling in the ankle C. Pain at the back of the heel D. Numbness in the toes Answer: C. Pain at the back of the heel What lifestyle change can help prevent tendinitis? A. Increasing activity levels abruptly B. Ignoring pain signals C. Incorporating rest days D. Focusing on one type of exercise Answer: C. Incorporating rest days Which structure can become inflamed in shoulder bursitis? A. Rotator cuff B. Subacromial bursa C. Biceps tendon D. All of the above Answer: B. Subacromial bursa What is the purpose of using anti-inflammatory medications for bursitis? A. Reduce pain and swelling B. Promote muscle growth C. Increase flexibility D. Cure infections Answer: A. Reduce pain and swelling Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of bursitis? A. Localized swelling B. Severe joint instability C. Pain with movement D. Tenderness to touch Answer: B. Severe joint instability What is the role of corticosteroid injections in treating bursitis? A. Decrease inflammation and pain B. Strengthen muscles C. Promote healing of the bursa D. None of the above Answer: A. Decrease inflammation and pain What is the primary characteristic of chronic tendinitis? A. Sudden onset of pain B. Long-lasting pain and inflammation C. Immediate recovery D. No symptoms at all Answer: B. Long-lasting pain and inflammation What should be avoided during the early stages of tendon rehabilitation? A. Stretching exercises B. Heavy lifting C. Physical therapy D. Ice therapy Answer: B. Heavy lifting What type of bursa is located at the elbow? A. Subacromial bursa B. Olecranon bursa C. Prepatellar bursa D. Trochanteric bursa Answer: B. Olecranon bursa Which of the following can lead to rotator cuff tendinitis? A. Repetitive overhead activities B. Extended periods of inactivity C. Excessive weightlifting D. All of the above Answer: A. Repetitive overhead activities What is the main goal of using ice therapy for bursitis? A. Increase blood flow B. Reduce pain and swelling C. Enhance range of motion D. Promote inflammation Answer: B. Reduce pain and swelling Which tendon is most commonly affected in Achilles tendinitis? A. Patellar tendon B. Biceps tendon C. Achilles tendon D. Supraspinatus tendon Answer: C. Achilles tendon What can be a consequence of untreated tendinitis? A. Strengthening of the tendon B. Complete healing C. Tendon rupture D. Decreased risk of injury Answer: C. Tendon rupture What is the typical treatment approach for mild bursitis? A. Surgery B. RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation) C. Immediate physical activity D. Ignoring symptoms Answer: B. RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation) Which of the following activities can increase the risk of developing bursitis? A. Gardening B. Swimming C. Stretching D. Walking Answer: A. Gardening What is the difference between tendinitis and tendinopathy? A. Tendinitis refers to inflammation, while tendinopathy refers to degeneration B. They are the same condition C. Tendinitis is more severe than tendinopathy D. Tendinopathy is acute, while tendinitis is chronic Answer: A. Tendinitis refers to inflammation, while tendinopathy refers to degeneration What is the primary reason to avoid repetitive motions in the workplace? A. Increased productivity B. Prevention of tendinitis and bursitis C. Decreased job satisfaction D. All of the above Answer: B. Prevention of tendinitis and bursitis  

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