Arthrex Final DEX Exam Questions And Answers
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The Lisfranc ligament attaches from: - ANSWER -Medial cuneiform to the base
of the 2nd metatarsal
When viewing a wrist arthroscopically, name the first row of carpal bones in order
starting from the radial side. - ANSWER -Scaphoid, Lunate Triquetrum
Which of the following Arthrex Bone Void Fillers provide cell signal and
scaffold?
-Quickset
-Allosync Allograft Bone
-Allosync Gel,Putty, Paste
-Arthrocell bone Allograft - ANSWER -Arthrocell
T or F:
Allosync cubes are composed of 100% DBM - ANSWER -true
Which of the following bone void fillers are composed of 100% DBM? Select all
that apply.
- Stimublast
-Allosync cortical fibers
-Quickset
-Allosync cancellous sponge - ANSWER -allosync cortical fibers & cancellous
sponge
Whatis PES PLANUS (Flatfoot) Deformity? - ANSWER -Loss of the normal
medial longitudinal arch
What is the main function of the Subtalar Joint? - ANSWER -Inversion and
Eversion
Where is the sinus tarsi located? - ANSWER -between talus and calcaneus
,What are 2 functions of the Spring Ligament? - ANSWER -1. Supports the
medical Arch
2. Supports the Talar head
What are the layers of deltoid ligament? and what are their components? -
ANSWER -Superficial:
1-Tibionvaicular Ligament
2-Tibiospring Ligament
3-Tibiocalcaneal Ligament
4-Superficial Posterior Tibiotalar Ligament
Deep:
1-Deep Anterior Tibiotalar ligament
2-Deep Posterior Tibiotalar ligament
What does "Tom, Dick, And Nervous Harry" Stand for? - ANSWER -(T)ibialis
Posterior
Flexor (D)igitorum Longus
Tibial (A)rtery
Tibial (N)erve
Flexor (H)allucis Longus
What is the Master Knot of Henry - ANSWER -An anatomical landmark made up
of FDL tendon and FHL tendon
Identifies the FDL for harvesting purposes
The MTP Fusion Plate is pre-contoured to provide its final anatomical position: -
ANSWER -8 degrees of dorsiflexion and 5 degrees of valgus
T or F:
the most commonly used surgical procedure to treat Hallux Rigidus is a
Cheilectomy - ANSWER -True
T or F:
Advantage of a 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 recovery - ANSWER -False
, What area of the hand does the median nerve give sensory innervation? -
ANSWER -the palmar aspect of the thumb, index, long, and radial half of the ring
finger
What physical exam shows a positive result when the patient feel's "zaps" to their
fingertips as an examiner taps over the median nerve at the wrist? - ANSWER -
Tinel's
What is the normal HVA - ANSWER -<15
Double Compession Plates are available in which sizes? - ANSWER -20mm,
25mm, 30mm
Which of the following can cause a lesser toe deformity?
-Long Toes
-Inappropriate shoes
-Repeated hypertextension of the MTP joint
-all the above - ANSWER -all the above
T or F:
RetrofusionTM PIP joint arthrodesis implant screws are 20mm and 24mm -
ANSWER -True
When using the Retrofusion PIP implant screws, final compression of the joint is
accomplished by turning the screwdriver: - ANSWER -Clockwise
What nerve is most at risk during percutaneous screw placement for a proximal
5th metatarsal fracture? - ANSWER -Sural
What is the default ablation setting for the MP50 - ANSWER -4
T or F:
The Volar radius plateis to be placed just distal to the watershed line to minimize
tendon irritation. - ANSWER -False, just Proximal
A patient is unable or has too much difficulty performing a single heel raise; his
hindfoot remains flexible. These findings on physical exam correspond to this
stage of Flatfoot - ANSWER -Stage II
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The Lisfranc ligament attaches from: - ANSWER -Medial cuneiform to the base
of the 2nd metatarsal
When viewing a wrist arthroscopically, name the first row of carpal bones in order
starting from the radial side. - ANSWER -Scaphoid, Lunate Triquetrum
Which of the following Arthrex Bone Void Fillers provide cell signal and
scaffold?
-Quickset
-Allosync Allograft Bone
-Allosync Gel,Putty, Paste
-Arthrocell bone Allograft - ANSWER -Arthrocell
T or F:
Allosync cubes are composed of 100% DBM - ANSWER -true
Which of the following bone void fillers are composed of 100% DBM? Select all
that apply.
- Stimublast
-Allosync cortical fibers
-Quickset
-Allosync cancellous sponge - ANSWER -allosync cortical fibers & cancellous
sponge
Whatis PES PLANUS (Flatfoot) Deformity? - ANSWER -Loss of the normal
medial longitudinal arch
What is the main function of the Subtalar Joint? - ANSWER -Inversion and
Eversion
Where is the sinus tarsi located? - ANSWER -between talus and calcaneus
,What are 2 functions of the Spring Ligament? - ANSWER -1. Supports the
medical Arch
2. Supports the Talar head
What are the layers of deltoid ligament? and what are their components? -
ANSWER -Superficial:
1-Tibionvaicular Ligament
2-Tibiospring Ligament
3-Tibiocalcaneal Ligament
4-Superficial Posterior Tibiotalar Ligament
Deep:
1-Deep Anterior Tibiotalar ligament
2-Deep Posterior Tibiotalar ligament
What does "Tom, Dick, And Nervous Harry" Stand for? - ANSWER -(T)ibialis
Posterior
Flexor (D)igitorum Longus
Tibial (A)rtery
Tibial (N)erve
Flexor (H)allucis Longus
What is the Master Knot of Henry - ANSWER -An anatomical landmark made up
of FDL tendon and FHL tendon
Identifies the FDL for harvesting purposes
The MTP Fusion Plate is pre-contoured to provide its final anatomical position: -
ANSWER -8 degrees of dorsiflexion and 5 degrees of valgus
T or F:
the most commonly used surgical procedure to treat Hallux Rigidus is a
Cheilectomy - ANSWER -True
T or F:
Advantage of a 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 recovery - ANSWER -False
, What area of the hand does the median nerve give sensory innervation? -
ANSWER -the palmar aspect of the thumb, index, long, and radial half of the ring
finger
What physical exam shows a positive result when the patient feel's "zaps" to their
fingertips as an examiner taps over the median nerve at the wrist? - ANSWER -
Tinel's
What is the normal HVA - ANSWER -<15
Double Compession Plates are available in which sizes? - ANSWER -20mm,
25mm, 30mm
Which of the following can cause a lesser toe deformity?
-Long Toes
-Inappropriate shoes
-Repeated hypertextension of the MTP joint
-all the above - ANSWER -all the above
T or F:
RetrofusionTM PIP joint arthrodesis implant screws are 20mm and 24mm -
ANSWER -True
When using the Retrofusion PIP implant screws, final compression of the joint is
accomplished by turning the screwdriver: - ANSWER -Clockwise
What nerve is most at risk during percutaneous screw placement for a proximal
5th metatarsal fracture? - ANSWER -Sural
What is the default ablation setting for the MP50 - ANSWER -4
T or F:
The Volar radius plateis to be placed just distal to the watershed line to minimize
tendon irritation. - ANSWER -False, just Proximal
A patient is unable or has too much difficulty performing a single heel raise; his
hindfoot remains flexible. These findings on physical exam correspond to this
stage of Flatfoot - ANSWER -Stage II
