Dex Module 3 Study Guide Graded A+

Which of the following can cause a lesser toe deformity? -long toes -inappropriate shoe wear -repeated hyperextension of the MTP joint -all of the above {Ans: All of the above}Which of the following terms in NOT used to describe the malposition of a fx? -Angulation -Translation -Shortening -Comminution {Ans: -Comminution}The surgeon should aim for the base of which finger when inserting the Centerline ECTR into the carpal canal? -index -long -ring -small {Ans: -Ring}What are the advertised sizes of the Comp FT screw line? {Ans: -Micro; 2.5 -Mini; 3.5 -Standard; 4.0 -Large; 5.0 -X-Large; 7.0}When tying the sutures over the proximal phalanx in the CPR technique, what position should you hold the toe in? -10-15 degrees plantarflexion -20-30 degrees plantarflexion -10-15 degrees dorsiflexion -20-30 degrees dorsiflexion {Ans: 20-30 degrees plantarflexion}The MTP fusion plate is pre-contoured to provide this final anatomical position: 8 degrees of ___________ and 5 degrees of _______. {Ans: -dorsiflexion -valgus}T of F: Advantage of the mini-open surgical tech. over ECTR is that the surgeon will have a better view of the transverse lig. {Ans: True}Which of the following conditions can mimic the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome? -cervical radiculopathy -median