DXI Exam Study Guide Questions with Correct
Answers
30-50% Correct Answer-Metastatic lesions become radiographically
apparent when __________ of the bone is destroyed.
McCune-Albright syndrome Correct Answer-Which of the following
conditions comprises unilateral polyostotic fibrous dysplasia, precocious
puberty, and cutaneous hyperpigmentations (café au lait spots)?
systemic lupus erythematosus Correct Answer-A patient presenting with
a malar "butterfly" rash, arthralgia, and ulcers in the nose and mouth is
most likely suffering from __________.
supraspinatus tendon Correct Answer-Which of the following is a major
site of involvement with hydroxyapatite deposition disease?
Pyrophosphate Arthropathy Correct Answer-Which condition is marked
by radiographic findings of severe joint degeneration along with
chondrocalcinosis of hyaline and fibrocartilage?
scleroderma Correct Answer-The progressive thickening of the skin
from increased collagen deposits is characteristic of ___________.
intraarticular bare areas Correct Answer-The osseous erosions of
rheumatoid arthritis, occurring at areas where pannus has direct contact
with bone, are found at the __________.
,intervertebral disc Correct Answer-* Spinal fusion associated with
ankylosing spondylitis is often associated with dystrophic calcification
in which structure?
This does not represent an absolute contraindication to chiropractic
manipulation. Correct Answer-A 32-year-old female presents with
aching low back pain. She recently had her second child via
uncomplicated vaginal delivery. She has seen her primary care provider
for this complaint who ordered radiographs of her lumbar spine.
Radiographs reveal sclerosis of the bilateral ilia adjacent to the sacroiliac
joint. The sacroiliac joint spaces are maintained. There are no erosions.
Please choose the correct statement regarding chiropractic manipulation
of this patient.
Gout Correct Answer-Which of the following disorders is associated
with monosodium urate crystal deposition in various tissues?
enteropathic arthritis Correct Answer-The arthritide associated with
disorders of the gut and most commonly related to inflammatory bowel
disease (IBD) is __________.
rheumatoid arthritis Correct Answer-The most common inflammatory
arthritide is __________.
conjunctivitis Correct Answer-The classic triad associated with reactive
arthritis includes arthritis, urethritis, and __________.
, rheumatoid arthritis Correct Answer-Which of the following
arthropathies is seropositive?
MCP and PIP articulations Correct Answer-The classic joint distribution
of rheumatoid arthritis in the hands involves the __________.
Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis (DISH) Correct Answer-Purely
productive (nonerosive) enthesopathic hyperostosis involving the pelvis,
calcaneus, and patella is associated with which of the following
conditions?
Men are affected more than women. Correct Answer-Which of the
following statements is false regarding rheumatoid arthritis?
facet joint fusion Correct Answer-Which is NOT a feature of diffuse
idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis?
neurologist Correct Answer-A 62-year-old patient complains of sharp,
shooting pain into the bilateral upper extremities with neck flexion. On
exam you note bilateral hyperreflexia of the C7 deep tendon reflexes.
Radiographs reveal ossification within the region of the posterior
longitudinal ligament from C3-C7. What is the most appropriate
provider referral recommendation for this patient?
The findings on the radiograph ARE AN ABSOLUTE contraindication
to chiropractic manipulation Correct Answer-A 29-year-old female
Answers
30-50% Correct Answer-Metastatic lesions become radiographically
apparent when __________ of the bone is destroyed.
McCune-Albright syndrome Correct Answer-Which of the following
conditions comprises unilateral polyostotic fibrous dysplasia, precocious
puberty, and cutaneous hyperpigmentations (café au lait spots)?
systemic lupus erythematosus Correct Answer-A patient presenting with
a malar "butterfly" rash, arthralgia, and ulcers in the nose and mouth is
most likely suffering from __________.
supraspinatus tendon Correct Answer-Which of the following is a major
site of involvement with hydroxyapatite deposition disease?
Pyrophosphate Arthropathy Correct Answer-Which condition is marked
by radiographic findings of severe joint degeneration along with
chondrocalcinosis of hyaline and fibrocartilage?
scleroderma Correct Answer-The progressive thickening of the skin
from increased collagen deposits is characteristic of ___________.
intraarticular bare areas Correct Answer-The osseous erosions of
rheumatoid arthritis, occurring at areas where pannus has direct contact
with bone, are found at the __________.
,intervertebral disc Correct Answer-* Spinal fusion associated with
ankylosing spondylitis is often associated with dystrophic calcification
in which structure?
This does not represent an absolute contraindication to chiropractic
manipulation. Correct Answer-A 32-year-old female presents with
aching low back pain. She recently had her second child via
uncomplicated vaginal delivery. She has seen her primary care provider
for this complaint who ordered radiographs of her lumbar spine.
Radiographs reveal sclerosis of the bilateral ilia adjacent to the sacroiliac
joint. The sacroiliac joint spaces are maintained. There are no erosions.
Please choose the correct statement regarding chiropractic manipulation
of this patient.
Gout Correct Answer-Which of the following disorders is associated
with monosodium urate crystal deposition in various tissues?
enteropathic arthritis Correct Answer-The arthritide associated with
disorders of the gut and most commonly related to inflammatory bowel
disease (IBD) is __________.
rheumatoid arthritis Correct Answer-The most common inflammatory
arthritide is __________.
conjunctivitis Correct Answer-The classic triad associated with reactive
arthritis includes arthritis, urethritis, and __________.
, rheumatoid arthritis Correct Answer-Which of the following
arthropathies is seropositive?
MCP and PIP articulations Correct Answer-The classic joint distribution
of rheumatoid arthritis in the hands involves the __________.
Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis (DISH) Correct Answer-Purely
productive (nonerosive) enthesopathic hyperostosis involving the pelvis,
calcaneus, and patella is associated with which of the following
conditions?
Men are affected more than women. Correct Answer-Which of the
following statements is false regarding rheumatoid arthritis?
facet joint fusion Correct Answer-Which is NOT a feature of diffuse
idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis?
neurologist Correct Answer-A 62-year-old patient complains of sharp,
shooting pain into the bilateral upper extremities with neck flexion. On
exam you note bilateral hyperreflexia of the C7 deep tendon reflexes.
Radiographs reveal ossification within the region of the posterior
longitudinal ligament from C3-C7. What is the most appropriate
provider referral recommendation for this patient?
The findings on the radiograph ARE AN ABSOLUTE contraindication
to chiropractic manipulation Correct Answer-A 29-year-old female
