Dex IOT sept 2024 Latest Update(RATED A)

(T/F) The fixed angle screw trajectory of the distal radius plate is designed to anatomically support the subchondral bone of the distal radius? - ANSWER True Distal radius fractures are commonly caused by which maneuver? - ANSWER FOOSH (fall on outstretched hand) (T/F) In order for the Volar Distal Radius Plate to sit correctly on the radius, if needs to be placed as distal as possible, but not distal to the Watershed line. - ANSWER True (T/F) The torque limiting handle with the distal radius plates should be used for the distal 2.4mm screws to prevent over torquing or under torquing of these screws. - ANSWER True Which distal radius plating option would be best for a highly comminuted fx? - ANSWER spanning plate Which of the following is a benefit of Dorsal Radius Plating? - ANSWER A. Reduce Intra-articular fragments under direct visualization B. Additional soft tissue structures to dissect to access the fx fragments C. Directly butress dorsal fragments A & C Which of the following is an aiming option for fixed angle placement when using a distal radius plate option? - ANSWER A. PEEK aiming guide