Orthopedics MCQs

1. What is the most common type of fracture in children?
A) Comminuted fracture
B) Greenstick fracture
C) Transverse fracture
D) Spiral fracture

Answer: B) Greenstick fracture

2. Which condition is characterized by a decrease in bone density, leading to increased fracture risk?
A) Osteoarthritis
B) Osteomyelitis
C) Osteoporosis
D) Osteosarcoma

Answer: C) Osteoporosis

3. What is the primary treatment for an acute ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injury?
A) Immediate surgery
B) Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
C) Joint replacement
D) Physical therapy alone

Answer: B) Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)

4. In which part of the body does a rotator cuff tear primarily occur?
A) Hip
B) Knee
C) Shoulder
D) Elbow

Answer: C) Shoulder

5. What is the most common site for a meniscal tear in the knee?
A) Medial meniscus
B) Lateral meniscus
C) Patellar meniscus
D) Anterior cruciate ligament

Answer: A) Medial meniscus

6. What is the term for a bone that is completely broken into two or more fragments?
A) Greenstick fracture
B) Comminuted fracture
C) Hairline fracture
D) Stress fracture

Answer: B) Comminuted fracture

7. Which orthopedic condition is characterized by the displacement of a bone from its joint?
A) Fracture
B) Dislocation
C) Sprain
D) Strain

Answer: B) Dislocation

8. What imaging technique is most commonly used to assess a suspected fracture?
A) MRI
B) CT scan
C) X-ray
D) Ultrasound

Answer: C) X-ray

9. What is the name of the condition characterized by inflammation of the bursa, often seen in the shoulder or hip?
A) Bursitis
B) Tendinitis
C) Osteoarthritis
D) Rheumatoid arthritis

Answer: A) Bursitis

10. What is the primary treatment goal for a patient with a hip fracture?
A) Immediate surgery to stabilize the fracture
B) Prolonged bed rest
C) Medication alone
D) Physical therapy only

Answer: A) Immediate surgery to stabilize the fracture