骨外科 | Gleneagles Hospitals Malaysia

Orthopaedics Quiz

An individual experiences an ankle twist while walking, accompanied by a popping sound,
significant swelling, and is unable to bear any weight on the affected ankle.

Question 1 of 5

What should the person do first?

Try walking to assess the severity of the injury.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Apply a hot pack to the swollen ankle.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Rest, apply ice, compression bandage, elevate the leg, and seek medical attention.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
Rub the ankle vigorously to improve blood circulation.
WRONG! 0 / 5
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An individual falls from a ladder and lands on an outstretched arm, experiencing intense pain in
the elbow and is unable to move the affected arm.

Question 2 of 5

What is the most appropriate immediate action?

Encourage the individual to shake the affected arm to regain mobility.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Immobilise the arm using a splint or sling and seek medical attention.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
Massage the elbow gently to relieve tension.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Apply a hot pack to the elbow to alleviate the pain.
WRONG! 0 / 5
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An individual complains of neck pain and numbness in the arms following a car accident. 

Question 3 of 5

What is the most appropriate action?

Immobilise the neck using a cervical collar and call for an ambulance.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
Massage the neck gently to relieve tension.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Encourage the person to move the neck to alleviate stiffness.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Apply a hot pack to the neck for pain relief.
WRONG! 0 / 5
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An individual accidentally steps on a sharp object, causing a deep puncture wound on the sole
of the right foot. The wound is bleeding profusely.

Question 4 of 5

What should be the immediate response?

Squeeze the wound to stop the bleeding.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Apply a heating pad to the wound to promote healing.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Ignore the wound and continue walking.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Compress the wound firmly with gauze and call for an ambulance.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
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During a basketball game, a player falls and sustains head injury. The player loses
consciousness briefly and experiences severe headache upon regaining consciousness.

Question 5 of 5

What is the most appropriate immediate action?

Massage the head gently to relieve tension.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Immobilise the neck and call for an ambulance.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
Encourage the player to continue playing after a short rest.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Apply a hot pack to the head to alleviate pain.
WRONG! 0 / 5
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