ABFM Musculoskeletal well answered graded A+

ABFM MusculoskeletalMost effective medication for fibromyalgia? - correct answer TCAs Proper treatment for Boxer's fracture (fracture of 5th metacarpal head) - correct answer Ulnar gutter splint (immobilizes the wrist, hand and fourth/ fifth digits). Wrist is positioned in slight extension; x 3-4 weeks of continuous splinting. If 5th metacarpal >40 degrees, refer for surgical intervention Goal for vertebral compression fractures? - correct answer early mobilization; no not need to keep recumbent in bed until back brace is made cubital tunnel syndrome risk factors - correct answer having elbow be bent for long periods of time (hairdresser) or having damage to elbow or "funny bone". Sx: similar to carpal tunnel but ulnar distribution, at worst, may start causing weakness of ring and little finger Cure rates for trigger finger after steroid injection: - correct answer 54-86% CURED after injection for this musculoskeletal condition Which solution for cleansing a pressure ulcer? - correct answer tap water saline (nothing else!!) which dressing for pressure ulcer? - correct answer non-adherent: hydrocolloid, foam or other non-adherent dressing