CBM Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy 2

Question 1

Which splinting position is recommended for a burn patient with a neck burn to prevent cervical contracture?

Accepted Answer

Neck hyperextension with a conformer splint

Answer

Neck hyperextension using a conformer or cervical splint counteracts the contractile forces of anterior neck burns.

Question 2

A burn patient develops a boutonniere deformity of the finger. Which joint is primarily affected by extensor tendon involvement?

Accepted Answer

Proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint

Answer

Boutonniere deformity results from disruption of the central slip of the extensor tendon at the PIP joint, causing PIP flexion and DIP hyperextension.

Question 3

Which type of exercise is MOST appropriate during the acute inflammatory phase of burn rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Gentle active and active-assisted range of motion

Answer

Gentle active and active-assisted ROM maintains joint mobility and reduces edema without overstressing fragile healing tissues during acute inflammation.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of using compression therapy (pressure garments) in burn rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

To prevent and minimize hypertrophic scar formation

Answer

Sustained compression (20–25 mmHg) applied by pressure garments inhibits excessive collagen synthesis and promotes scar maturation.

Question 5

A therapist is treating a patient with axillary burns. Which functional position should be maintained to prevent shoulder contracture?

Accepted Answer

Shoulder abduction at 90 degrees with external rotation

Answer

Positioning the shoulder at 90 degrees of abduction with external rotation keeps the axillary skin on stretch and prevents web-space contracture.

(CBM) Certified Burn Manager Practice Test

(CBM) Certified Burn Manager Practice Test

CBM Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy 2