Question 1

Each of the following is a true statement about rehabilitation following dislocation of the glenohumeral joint except:

Accepted Answer

A) After an initial dislocation and a course of nonoperative management, recurrence of a dislocation is higher in older patients (greater than 40 years of age) than in younger patients (less than 30 years of age). 
B) Anterior dislocation is far more common than posterior dislocation. 
C) A compression fracture of the posterolateral margin of the humeral head is an associated lesion that may occur as the result of a traumatic anterior dislocation. 
D) A fall on the arm when it is positioned in flexion, adduction, and internal rotation can result in a posterior dislocation. 
A) After an initial dislocation and a course of nonoperative management, recurrence of a dislocation is higher in older patients (greater than 40 years of age) than in younger patients (less than 30 years of age). 
B) Anterior dislocation is far more common than posterior dislocation. 
C) A compression fracture of the posterolateral margin of the humeral head is an associated lesion that may occur as the result of a traumatic anterior dislocation. 
D) A fall on the arm when it is positioned in flexion, adduction, and internal rotation can result in a posterior dislocation. A

Question 2

You are developing an exercise program for a patient who has adhesive capsulitis of the right shoulder.You have determined that the signs and symptoms identified during your examination are consistent with stage 2, the "freezing" stage, of this disorder.In addition to maintaining mobility of joints distal to the shoulder, which of the following interventions for the shoulder is most appropriate at this time?

Accepted Answer

A) Low-intensity progressive resistance exercise, mobilization with movement techniques, and manual stretching of the shoulder and scapular stabilization exercises with progressive weight bearing through the upper extremity 
B) Grade III joint-mobilization techniques, self-stretching, and strengthening exercises 
C) Gentle weight bearing on the involved upper extremity to develop scapular control and active ROM of the shoulder (e.g., wand and wall-climbing exercises) 
D) Grades I and II joint distraction and gliding techniques, pendulum exercises, passive or active-assistive ROM within pain-free ranges, and muscle setting exercises for shoulder musculature 
A) Low-intensity progressive resistance exercise, mobilization with movement techniques, and manual stretching of the shoulder and scapular stabilization exercises with progressive weight bearing through the upper extremity 
B) Grade III joint-mobilization techniques, self-stretching, and strengthening exercises 
C) Gentle weight bearing on the involved upper extremity to develop scapular control and active ROM of the shoulder (e.g., wand and wall-climbing exercises) 
D) Grades I and II joint distraction and gliding techniques, pendulum exercises, passive or active-assistive ROM within pain-free ranges, and muscle setting exercises for shoulder musculature D

Question 3

For effective shoulder function, each of the following is necessary except:

Accepted Answer

A) Appropriate movement and stability of the scapula. 
B) Greater mobility in the external rotators than the internal rotators. 
C) A balance in strength of the external and internal rotators. 
D) Thoracic extension and axial extension of the cervical spine. 
A) Appropriate movement and stability of the scapula. 
B) Greater mobility in the external rotators than the internal rotators. 
C) A balance in strength of the external and internal rotators. 
D) Thoracic extension and axial extension of the cervical spine. B

Question 4

Which of the following is an inappropriate component of an exercise program 1 to 3 weeks postoperatively for a patient without preoperative rotator cuff deficiency who underwent total shoulder replacement?

Accepted Answer

A) Wand exercises for active-assistive external rotation to neutral with the arm positioned near the side of the chest 
B) Wand exercises for active-assistive shoulder extension (combined with internal rotation) by placing the wand behind the back and sliding it up the back 
C) Pendulum exercises 
D) Wand exercises for active-assistive elevation of the arm in the plane of the scapula to approximately 90° while in a supine or sitting position 
A) Wand exercises for active-assistive external rotation to neutral with the arm positioned near the side of the chest 
B) Wand exercises for active-assistive shoulder extension (combined with internal rotation) by placing the wand behind the back and sliding it up the back 
C) Pendulum exercises 
D) Wand exercises for active-assistive elevation of the arm in the plane of the scapula to approximately 90° while in a supine or sitting position

Question 5

Which of the following surgical procedures is performed for recurrent anterior instability or dislocation of the glenohumeral joint and involves reattachment and repair of the capsulolabral complex to the anterior rim of the glenoid?

Accepted Answer

A) Anterior capsular shift 
B) Bankart repair 
C) Hill-Sachs repair 
D) SLAP lesion repair 
A) Anterior capsular shift 
B) Bankart repair 
C) Hill-Sachs repair 
D) SLAP lesion repair

Question 6

According to Neer's classification of rotator cuff disease, which of the following stages is seen most often in patients 25 to 40 years of age and characterized by tendonitis or bursitis but not a rotator cuff tendon rupture?

Accepted Answer

A) Stage I 
B) Stage II 
C) Stage III 
D) Stage IV 
A) Stage I 
B) Stage II 
C) Stage III 
D) Stage IV

Question 7

Rotator cuff disease is multifactorial and is associated with both intrinsic and extrinsic factors affecting the structures in the suprahumeral space.Of the following contributing factors, which is classified as an intrinsic factor?

Accepted Answer

A) Vascular changes in the rotator cuff tendons 
B) Hypertrophic degenerative changes of the acromioclavicular joint 
C) The shape of the acromion 
D) Increased thoracic extension 
A) Vascular changes in the rotator cuff tendons 
B) Hypertrophic degenerative changes of the acromioclavicular joint 
C) The shape of the acromion 
D) Increased thoracic extension

Question 8

Which of the following is a true statement about surgical repair of the rotator cuff and postoperative management?

Accepted Answer

A) Regardless of the size of the cuff tear, the shoulder is immobilized in an abduction splint for a period of time after surgery. 
B) If the size and severity of the tears are similar, rehabilitation after repair of an acute, traumatic cuff tear typically progresses more rapidly than after repair of an atraumatic tear associated with chronic impingement. 
C) Detachment of the deltoid from its proximal insertion is a necessary component of a traditional open repair or an arthroscopically assisted repair (mini-open). 
D) The quality of the patient's tissues (tendon and bone) has little to no impact on the progression of rehabilitation. 
A) Regardless of the size of the cuff tear, the shoulder is immobilized in an abduction splint for a period of time after surgery. 
B) If the size and severity of the tears are similar, rehabilitation after repair of an acute, traumatic cuff tear typically progresses more rapidly than after repair of an atraumatic tear associated with chronic impingement. 
C) Detachment of the deltoid from its proximal insertion is a necessary component of a traditional open repair or an arthroscopically assisted repair (mini-open). 
D) The quality of the patient's tissues (tendon and bone) has little to no impact on the progression of rehabilitation.

Question 9

Of the following activities, which is the most appropriate choice for developing stability of the scapulothoracic joint?

Accepted Answer

A) While in the supine position, have the patient perform repeated concentric contractions of the scapular protractors against manual resistance applied to the anterior aspect of the shoulder. 
B) While standing, have the patient place the arms in a reverse-T position while holding a piece of elastic tubing between the hands.Then have the patient attempt to "pinch the shoulder blades together" repeatedly against the elastic resistance. 
C) Have the patient stand, face a wall, place the hands on the wall, and lean into the wall as the therapist applies alternating resistance against the shoulders. 
D) Have the patient hold the arms in various positions in space (perform isometric contractions) as the therapist applies resistance in various directions. 
A) While in the supine position, have the patient perform repeated concentric contractions of the scapular protractors against manual resistance applied to the anterior aspect of the shoulder. 
B) While standing, have the patient place the arms in a reverse-T position while holding a piece of elastic tubing between the hands.Then have the patient attempt to "pinch the shoulder blades together" repeatedly against the elastic resistance. 
C) Have the patient stand, face a wall, place the hands on the wall, and lean into the wall as the therapist applies alternating resistance against the shoulders. 
D) Have the patient hold the arms in various positions in space (perform isometric contractions) as the therapist applies resistance in various directions.

Question 10

Which of the following is true about postoperative precautions and the rate of progression of rehabilitation after surgery for glenohumeral instability?

Accepted Answer

A) Progress upper extremity weight-bearing exercises more slowly/cautiously after surgery for posterior instability than for anterior instability. 
B) Progress exercises more slowly/cautiously if the origin of the instability was traumatic versus atraumatic. 
C) Progress exercises more slowly/cautiously after an arthroscopic capsular shift involving imbrication and suturing the capsule than after an arthroscopic thermally assisted capsular shift. 
D) Progress ROM into internal rotation more slowly/cautiously after surgery for anterior instability than for posterior instability. 
A) Progress upper extremity weight-bearing exercises more slowly/cautiously after surgery for posterior instability than for anterior instability. 
B) Progress exercises more slowly/cautiously if the origin of the instability was traumatic versus atraumatic. 
C) Progress exercises more slowly/cautiously after an arthroscopic capsular shift involving imbrication and suturing the capsule than after an arthroscopic thermally assisted capsular shift. 
D) Progress ROM into internal rotation more slowly/cautiously after surgery for anterior instability than for posterior instability.

Question 11

Results of numerous outcome studies have demonstrated that the most predictable outcome after shoulder arthroplasty is:

Accepted Answer

A) Increased active shoulder ROM. 
B) Increased shoulder-joint stability. 
C) Pain relief. 
D) Improved function of the rotator cuff mechanism. 
A) Increased active shoulder ROM. 
B) Increased shoulder-joint stability. 
C) Pain relief. 
D) Improved function of the rotator cuff mechanism.

Question 12

You are treating a patient with a painful shoulder as the result of supraspinatus tendonitis from chronic impingement.There is no evidence of tendon rupture or joint instability.Acute symptoms have subsided.Each of the following is appropriate to improve active elevation of the arm at this stage of rehabilitation except:

Accepted Answer

A) Reinforce the importance of maintaining an erect trunk during elevation of the arm. 
B) Teach the patient to apply cross-fiber massage to the supraspinatus tendon while it is on a stretch, followed by isometric contractions of the muscle. 
C) As the patient actively elevates the arm within the pain-free range, apply an anterior glide of the head of the humerus (mobilization with movement technique). 
D) Strengthen key scapular stabilizers, such as the serratus anterior, middle trapezius, and lower trapezius, in closed-chain and open-chain positions. 
A) Reinforce the importance of maintaining an erect trunk during elevation of the arm. 
B) Teach the patient to apply cross-fiber massage to the supraspinatus tendon while it is on a stretch, followed by isometric contractions of the muscle. 
C) As the patient actively elevates the arm within the pain-free range, apply an anterior glide of the head of the humerus (mobilization with movement technique). 
D) Strengthen key scapular stabilizers, such as the serratus anterior, middle trapezius, and lower trapezius, in closed-chain and open-chain positions.

Question 13

Your patient exhibits a forward head posture and excessive thoracic kyphosis.Considering the muscles that typically are weak with this faulty posture, which of the following muscles of the shoulder girdle are most important to strengthen?

Accepted Answer

A) Pectoralis minor and levator scapulae 
B) Serratus anterior and levator scapulae 
C) Upper and lower trapezius and serratus anterior 
D) Upper and lower trapezius and pectoralis minor 
A) Pectoralis minor and levator scapulae 
B) Serratus anterior and levator scapulae 
C) Upper and lower trapezius and serratus anterior 
D) Upper and lower trapezius and pectoralis minor

Question 14

Each of the following is correct about precautions that should be taken after repair of a full-thickness rotator cuff tear associated with chronic impingement except:

Accepted Answer

A) After a traditional open repair for a massive cuff tear, postpone active ROM exercises until about 2 weeks postoperatively to avoid avulsion of the deltoid that was detached and reattached during the procedure. 
B) When the patient is lying in the supine position during the early postoperative days, place a folded towel under the humerus to position the arm slightly anterior to the frontal plane of the body to minimize anterior translation of the head of the humerus and the potential for impingement. 
C) Before initiating active elevation of the arm in the sitting or standing position, restore strength in the rotator cuff muscles, especially the supraspinatus and infraspinatus muscles, to prevent superior translation of the head of the humerus during active elevation of the arm. 
D) Delay weight-bearing/closed-chain exercises on the operated upper extremity for about 6 weeks. 
A) After a traditional open repair for a massive cuff tear, postpone active ROM exercises until about 2 weeks postoperatively to avoid avulsion of the deltoid that was detached and reattached during the procedure. 
B) When the patient is lying in the supine position during the early postoperative days, place a folded towel under the humerus to position the arm slightly anterior to the frontal plane of the body to minimize anterior translation of the head of the humerus and the potential for impingement. 
C) Before initiating active elevation of the arm in the sitting or standing position, restore strength in the rotator cuff muscles, especially the supraspinatus and infraspinatus muscles, to prevent superior translation of the head of the humerus during active elevation of the arm. 
D) Delay weight-bearing/closed-chain exercises on the operated upper extremity for about 6 weeks.

Question 15

Pendulum (Codman's) exercises are used most effectively:

Accepted Answer

A) As a grade II oscillation technique to inhibit pain and maintain mobility. 
B) As a strengthening exercise when a weight is held in the hand or placed around the wrist. 
C) To stretch the shoulder musculature and increase range of motion (ROM) when a patient does not have antigravity control of shoulder movement. 
D) As a grade III distraction technique to increase ROM when mobility of the scapula is normal but there is chronic stiffness of the glenohumeral joint. 
A) As a grade II oscillation technique to inhibit pain and maintain mobility. 
B) As a strengthening exercise when a weight is held in the hand or placed around the wrist. 
C) To stretch the shoulder musculature and increase range of motion (ROM) when a patient does not have antigravity control of shoulder movement. 
D) As a grade III distraction technique to increase ROM when mobility of the scapula is normal but there is chronic stiffness of the glenohumeral joint.

Question 16

Which of the following is a true statement about glenohumeral arthroplasty?

Accepted Answer

A) Hemiarthroplasty is most often performed using an arthroscopic approach. 
B) The primary indication for glenohumeral arthroplasty is limited mobility of the shoulder. 
C) A reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTS
A)  is an appropriate procedure for a patient with marked instability of the glenohumeral joint and a rotator cuff that is not repairable. 
D) For adequate exposure of the joint during surgery, the muscle that routinely must be released (and reattached prior to closure) is the anterior deltoid. 
A) Hemiarthroplasty is most often performed using an arthroscopic approach. 
B) The primary indication for glenohumeral arthroplasty is limited mobility of the shoulder. 
C) A reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTS
A)  is an appropriate procedure for a patient with marked instability of the glenohumeral joint and a rotator cuff that is not repairable. 
D) For adequate exposure of the joint during surgery, the muscle that routinely must be released (and reattached prior to closure) is the anterior deltoid.

Question 17

Which of the following functional activities should a patient avoid for the longest period of time after rTSA?

Accepted Answer

A) Reaching overhead 
B) Hugging with both arms 
C) Reaching into abduction in the plane of the scapula at a drive-through window 
D) Fastening a bra behind the back 
A) Reaching overhead 
B) Hugging with both arms 
C) Reaching into abduction in the plane of the scapula at a drive-through window 
D) Fastening a bra behind the back

Question 18

Which of the following is a true statement about an arthroscopic subacromial decompression procedure?

Accepted Answer

A) It is indicated for a patient who sustains a full-thickness, traumatic tear of the rotator cuff if coupled with a repair of torn cuff tissues. 
B) It may or may not involve resection of the anterior acromial protuberance and contouring of the undersurface of the remaining acromion. 
C) It is indicated for a patient with secondary impingement syndrome due to glenohumeral joint hypermobility/instability. 
D) During surgery, the deltoid must be detached for adequate exposure of the suprahumeral space. 
A) It is indicated for a patient who sustains a full-thickness, traumatic tear of the rotator cuff if coupled with a repair of torn cuff tissues. 
B) It may or may not involve resection of the anterior acromial protuberance and contouring of the undersurface of the remaining acromion. 
C) It is indicated for a patient with secondary impingement syndrome due to glenohumeral joint hypermobility/instability. 
D) During surgery, the deltoid must be detached for adequate exposure of the suprahumeral space.

Question 19

Muscles that typically are shortened in patients with increased thoracic kyphosis; forward head; and protracted, forward tilted scapula are the:

Accepted Answer

A) Teres major and minor, subscapularis, infraspinatus, and triceps. 
B) Pectoralis major and minor, latissimus dorsi, infraspinatus, and teres minor. 
C) Pectoralis major, teres major and minor, and serratus anterior. 
D) Pectoralis minor, subscapularis, and levator scapulae. 
A) Teres major and minor, subscapularis, infraspinatus, and triceps. 
B) Pectoralis major and minor, latissimus dorsi, infraspinatus, and teres minor. 
C) Pectoralis major, teres major and minor, and serratus anterior. 
D) Pectoralis minor, subscapularis, and levator scapulae.

Question 20

After closed reduction of an anterior dislocation of the glenohumeral joint, which of the following is the safest and most effective procedure to increase mobility of the joint for external rotation of the shoulder?

Accepted Answer

A) With the shoulder in the resting position, apply a grade II distraction of the humerus. 
B) With the shoulder in the resting position, apply a grade III anterior glide of the humerus. 
C) With the shoulder placed at the end of the available range of external rotation, apply a grade III anterior glide of the humerus. 
D) With the shoulder in the resting position, externally rotate the shoulder and apply a grade III distraction of the humerus. 
A) With the shoulder in the resting position, apply a grade II distraction of the humerus. 
B) With the shoulder in the resting position, apply a grade III anterior glide of the humerus. 
C) With the shoulder placed at the end of the available range of external rotation, apply a grade III anterior glide of the humerus. 
D) With the shoulder in the resting position, externally rotate the shoulder and apply a grade III distraction of the humerus.

Exam 17: The Shoulder and Shoulder Girdle

Each of the following is a true statement about rehabilitation following dislocation of the glenohumeral joint except:

For effective shoulder function, each of the following is necessary except:

Which of the following is an inappropriate component of an exercise program 1 to 3 weeks postoperatively for a patient without preoperative rotator cuff deficiency who underwent total shoulder replacement?

Which of the following surgical procedures is performed for recurrent anterior instability or dislocation of the glenohumeral joint and involves reattachment and repair of the capsulolabral complex to the anterior rim of the glenoid?

According to Neer's classification of rotator cuff disease, which of the following stages is seen most often in patients 25 to 40 years of age and characterized by tendonitis or bursitis but not a rotator cuff tendon rupture?

Rotator cuff disease is multifactorial and is associated with both intrinsic and extrinsic factors affecting the structures in the suprahumeral space.Of the following contributing factors, which is classified as an intrinsic factor?

Which of the following is a true statement about surgical repair of the rotator cuff and postoperative management?

Of the following activities, which is the most appropriate choice for developing stability of the scapulothoracic joint?

Which of the following is true about postoperative precautions and the rate of progression of rehabilitation after surgery for glenohumeral instability?

Results of numerous outcome studies have demonstrated that the most predictable outcome after shoulder arthroplasty is:

Your patient exhibits a forward head posture and excessive thoracic kyphosis.Considering the muscles that typically are weak with this faulty posture, which of the following muscles of the shoulder girdle are most important to strengthen?

Each of the following is correct about precautions that should be taken after repair of a full-thickness rotator cuff tear associated with chronic impingement except:

Pendulum (Codman's) exercises are used most effectively:

Which of the following is a true statement about glenohumeral arthroplasty?

Which of the following functional activities should a patient avoid for the longest period of time after rTSA?

Which of the following is a true statement about an arthroscopic subacromial decompression procedure?

Muscles that typically are shortened in patients with increased thoracic kyphosis; forward head; and protracted, forward tilted scapula are the:

After closed reduction of an anterior dislocation of the glenohumeral joint, which of the following is the safest and most effective procedure to increase mobility of the joint for external rotation of the shoulder?

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