Module 3 Exam- DEX UPDATED ACTUAL
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
What are the advertised sizes of the compression Ft screw line? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Micro:2.5, Mini: 3.5, Standard: 4.0, Large:5.0, X-Large: 7.0
The surgeon should aim for the base of which finger when inserting the Centerline endoscopic
carpal tunnel release into the carpal canal? - CORRECT ANSWER - Ring
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. - CORRECT ANSWER - False
A surgeon's start point with Fibulock is too lateral. What deformity at the fracture is possible? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Varus
When tying the sutures over the proximal phalanx in the CPR technique, what position should
you hold the toe in for correct anatomical placement? - CORRECT ANSWER - 20-30
degrees plantarflexion
When using the RetroFusion PIP joint arthrodesis implant screw, the final compression of the
joint is accomplished by turning the screwdriver: - CORRECT ANSWER - clockwise
What physical exam test shows a positive result when the patient feels "zaps" to their fingertips
as an examiner taps over the median nerve at the wrist? - CORRECT ANSWER - Tinel's
Which of the following is NOT used to describe the malposition of a fracture? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Comminution (It is angulation, translation, and shortening)
Which of the following toe deformities includes hypertension of the MTP joint, flexion of the
PIP joint, and flexion of the DIP joint? - CORRECT ANSWER - Claw Toe
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
What are the advertised sizes of the compression Ft screw line? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Micro:2.5, Mini: 3.5, Standard: 4.0, Large:5.0, X-Large: 7.0
The surgeon should aim for the base of which finger when inserting the Centerline endoscopic
carpal tunnel release into the carpal canal? - CORRECT ANSWER - Ring
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. - CORRECT ANSWER - False
A surgeon's start point with Fibulock is too lateral. What deformity at the fracture is possible? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Varus
When tying the sutures over the proximal phalanx in the CPR technique, what position should
you hold the toe in for correct anatomical placement? - CORRECT ANSWER - 20-30
degrees plantarflexion
When using the RetroFusion PIP joint arthrodesis implant screw, the final compression of the
joint is accomplished by turning the screwdriver: - CORRECT ANSWER - clockwise
What physical exam test shows a positive result when the patient feels "zaps" to their fingertips
as an examiner taps over the median nerve at the wrist? - CORRECT ANSWER - Tinel's
Which of the following is NOT used to describe the malposition of a fracture? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Comminution (It is angulation, translation, and shortening)
Which of the following toe deformities includes hypertension of the MTP joint, flexion of the
PIP joint, and flexion of the DIP joint? - CORRECT ANSWER - Claw Toe
