CHAPTER 15 Considerations for Clients with Musculoskeletal Issues Self-test
This section contains practice questions to help you test your knowledge. Select the best answer for each question.
1. Which of the following would be contraindicated for a client who has an acute muscular strain? A. Educating the client about using RICE as an early intervention strategy B. Modifying the workout focusing on the non-injured parts of the body C. Encouraging the client to push through the pain D. Recommending that the client see a physician if pain persists
2. Where are the arms postioned when performing a shoulder press in the scapular plane? A. In line with the frontal plane B. 30 degrees lateral to the sagittal plane C. In line with the sagittal plane D. 30 degrees anterior to the frontal plane
3. An inflammation of the wrist extensors near their origin is commonly referred to as _______________.
A. Medial epicondylitis B. Tennis elbow C. Golfer’s elbow D. Olecranon bursitis
4. Which nerve is commonly compressed due to carpal tunnel syndrome? A. Median nerve B. Ulnar nerve C. Radial nerve D. Musculocutaneous nerve
5. When selecting exercises for improving shoulder function, what should be addressed first? A. Strengthening the scapular stabilizing muscles, including the rotator cuff B. Improving the strength of the anterior shoulder muscles C. Addressing postural imbalances that may be causing a decrease in joint space D. Introducing overhead activities in the scapular plane
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