CSFA EXAMINATION STUDY SHEET 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉These fractures present a particularly high risk of infection.
Answer: Open fractures (fractures in which the bony fragments have
penetrated the skin)
◉The Ulnar Nerve is frequently encountered in surgeries of the
elbow. An injury to the Ulnar nerve can result in Ulnar nerve palsy,
describe the symptoms that the patient might encounter.. Answer:
Loss of sensation in the ring and small fingers (fourth and fifth
phalanges) Loss of dexterity , burning or tingling sensations in the
hand, a loss of grip strength, weakness that worsens with physical
activity.
◉The most commonly occuring Skin cancer is.... Answer: Basal cell
carcinoma (accounts for 70% of skin malignancies)
◉An enzyme sometimes added to local anesthetics or dyes to
increase diffusion. Answer: Hyaluronidase
,◉The dural plane that separates the cerebrum from the cerebellum
is called. Answer: The transverse tentorium cerebelli
◉This structure is the origin point of the Thoracic duct. Answer: The
cisterna chyli ( dilated lymphatic sac in the abdomen into which
lymph from the intestinal trunks and two lumbar lymphatic trunks
flow)
◉The name for the anastomosis of arcades between the SMA and
IMA. Answer: The anastomosis of Riolan
◉What is the name for the small pancreatic duct?. Answer: The duct
of Santorini (I used the mnemonic, " the Santorini is teeny".)
◉The anatomical division between the Inguinal and Femoral regions
is known as.... Answer: The ligament of Poupart ( a band running
from the pubic tubercle to the ASIS or anterior superior iliac spine)
◉The base of the ascending aorta is also known by what other
name?. Answer: The sinuses of Valsalva
◉The spiral valves of the gallbladder are also known as .... Answer:
Heister Valves ( The spiral valves of Heister)
, ◉This clinical test is used to diagnose De quervain's tenosynovitis.
Answer: Finklesteins test
◉Name cranial nerves I, II, and III.. Answer: I olfactory, II optic, III
occulomotor (I used the mnemonic, Occasionally Our Old Trusty
Truck Acts Funny, Very Good Vehicle Any How)
◉What bones comprise the pelvic girdle?. Answer: The Sacrum, the
Coccyx, and the bones of the OS Coxae (which include the ilium,
ischium and pubis)
◉Ilium vs Ileum, which means which ?. Answer: The Il(i)um is a
bone of the pelvis, the Il(e)um is a portion of the small intestine. (
don't let this trip you up)
◉Name cranial nerves XI and XII. Answer: XI the spinal accessory(or
accessory) XII the hypoglossal
◉What nerve is at greatest risk for injury in the presence of a
humeral shaft fracture?. Answer: The Radial Nerve
◉Which artery is clamped first during a carotid endarterectomy ?.
Answer: The Internal Carotid
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉These fractures present a particularly high risk of infection.
Answer: Open fractures (fractures in which the bony fragments have
penetrated the skin)
◉The Ulnar Nerve is frequently encountered in surgeries of the
elbow. An injury to the Ulnar nerve can result in Ulnar nerve palsy,
describe the symptoms that the patient might encounter.. Answer:
Loss of sensation in the ring and small fingers (fourth and fifth
phalanges) Loss of dexterity , burning or tingling sensations in the
hand, a loss of grip strength, weakness that worsens with physical
activity.
◉The most commonly occuring Skin cancer is.... Answer: Basal cell
carcinoma (accounts for 70% of skin malignancies)
◉An enzyme sometimes added to local anesthetics or dyes to
increase diffusion. Answer: Hyaluronidase
,◉The dural plane that separates the cerebrum from the cerebellum
is called. Answer: The transverse tentorium cerebelli
◉This structure is the origin point of the Thoracic duct. Answer: The
cisterna chyli ( dilated lymphatic sac in the abdomen into which
lymph from the intestinal trunks and two lumbar lymphatic trunks
flow)
◉The name for the anastomosis of arcades between the SMA and
IMA. Answer: The anastomosis of Riolan
◉What is the name for the small pancreatic duct?. Answer: The duct
of Santorini (I used the mnemonic, " the Santorini is teeny".)
◉The anatomical division between the Inguinal and Femoral regions
is known as.... Answer: The ligament of Poupart ( a band running
from the pubic tubercle to the ASIS or anterior superior iliac spine)
◉The base of the ascending aorta is also known by what other
name?. Answer: The sinuses of Valsalva
◉The spiral valves of the gallbladder are also known as .... Answer:
Heister Valves ( The spiral valves of Heister)
, ◉This clinical test is used to diagnose De quervain's tenosynovitis.
Answer: Finklesteins test
◉Name cranial nerves I, II, and III.. Answer: I olfactory, II optic, III
occulomotor (I used the mnemonic, Occasionally Our Old Trusty
Truck Acts Funny, Very Good Vehicle Any How)
◉What bones comprise the pelvic girdle?. Answer: The Sacrum, the
Coccyx, and the bones of the OS Coxae (which include the ilium,
ischium and pubis)
◉Ilium vs Ileum, which means which ?. Answer: The Il(i)um is a
bone of the pelvis, the Il(e)um is a portion of the small intestine. (
don't let this trip you up)
◉Name cranial nerves XI and XII. Answer: XI the spinal accessory(or
accessory) XII the hypoglossal
◉What nerve is at greatest risk for injury in the presence of a
humeral shaft fracture?. Answer: The Radial Nerve
◉Which artery is clamped first during a carotid endarterectomy ?.
Answer: The Internal Carotid
