Arthrex DEX Module 3 Exam with
All Correct Answers
The normal hallux valgus angle (HVA) is? - Answer-<15 degrees
Which of the following is not used to describe the malposition of a fracture? - Answer-
Comminution
A surgeon's start point with fibulock is too lateral. What deformity at the fracture is
possible? - Answer-Varus
Which of the following products can be used for passing suture through the plantar plate
in the CPR technique? - Answer-Mini scorpion DX suture passer, arthrex viper, pigtail
suturelasso suture passer
When using the retrofusion PIP joint arthrodesis implant screw, final compression of the
joint is accomplished by turning the screwdriver? - Answer-Clockwise
Which of the following toe deformities includes hyperextension of the MTP joint, flexion
of the PIP joint, and flexion of the DIP joint? - Answer-Claw toe
When tying the sutures over the proximal phalanx in the CPR technique, what position
should you hold the toe in for correct anatomical placement? - Answer-20-30 degrees
dorsiflexion
True or False: advantage of the mini-open surgical technique over ECTR is that the
surgeon will have a better view of the transverse carpal ligament and the patient will
enjoy a quicker return to activity - Answer-False
What physical exam test shows a positive result when the patient feels "zaps" to their
fingertips as the examiner taps over the median nerve at the wrist? - Answer-Tinel's
True or False: the two sizes for the retrofusion PIP joint arthrodesis implant screws are
20 and 24 mm - Answer-True
Which of the following can cause a lesser toe deformity? - Answer-Long toes,
inappropriate shoe wear, repeated hyperextension of the MTP joint
The metatarsophalangeal (MTP) fusion plate is pre-contoured to provide this final
anatomical position? - Answer-8 degrees of dorsiflexion and 5 degrees of valgus
All Correct Answers
The normal hallux valgus angle (HVA) is? - Answer-<15 degrees
Which of the following is not used to describe the malposition of a fracture? - Answer-
Comminution
A surgeon's start point with fibulock is too lateral. What deformity at the fracture is
possible? - Answer-Varus
Which of the following products can be used for passing suture through the plantar plate
in the CPR technique? - Answer-Mini scorpion DX suture passer, arthrex viper, pigtail
suturelasso suture passer
When using the retrofusion PIP joint arthrodesis implant screw, final compression of the
joint is accomplished by turning the screwdriver? - Answer-Clockwise
Which of the following toe deformities includes hyperextension of the MTP joint, flexion
of the PIP joint, and flexion of the DIP joint? - Answer-Claw toe
When tying the sutures over the proximal phalanx in the CPR technique, what position
should you hold the toe in for correct anatomical placement? - Answer-20-30 degrees
dorsiflexion
True or False: advantage of the mini-open surgical technique over ECTR is that the
surgeon will have a better view of the transverse carpal ligament and the patient will
enjoy a quicker return to activity - Answer-False
What physical exam test shows a positive result when the patient feels "zaps" to their
fingertips as the examiner taps over the median nerve at the wrist? - Answer-Tinel's
True or False: the two sizes for the retrofusion PIP joint arthrodesis implant screws are
20 and 24 mm - Answer-True
Which of the following can cause a lesser toe deformity? - Answer-Long toes,
inappropriate shoe wear, repeated hyperextension of the MTP joint
The metatarsophalangeal (MTP) fusion plate is pre-contoured to provide this final
anatomical position? - Answer-8 degrees of dorsiflexion and 5 degrees of valgus
