First Aid Bone, Muscle, and Joint Injuries 3

Question 1

Which sign most strongly suggests a fracture rather than a bruise?

Accepted Answer

Localized tenderness directly over the bone

Answer

Point tenderness directly over a bone on palpation is a hallmark sign of a fracture.

Question 2

A person sustains a knee injury and reports the knee 'locked up' and they cannot straighten it. This suggests:

Accepted Answer

Meniscus tear with fragment entrapment

Answer

A torn meniscus can displace a fragment that mechanically blocks full extension, causing the knee to 'lock.'

Question 3

For a suspected pelvic fracture, the priority first aid action is:

Accepted Answer

Apply a pelvic binder or improvised wrap and call 911

Answer

Pelvic fractures can cause life-threatening internal bleeding; stabilizing the pelvis with a binder reduces blood loss until EMS arrives.

Question 4

The 'R' in the RICE method stands for:

Accepted Answer

Rest

Answer

RICE stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation — the foundational first aid approach for soft tissue injuries.

Question 5

A construction worker drops a heavy beam on his foot. Which assessment finding would most concern you?

Accepted Answer

Toes that are pale, cold, and pulseless

Answer

Pale, cold, and pulseless toes indicate compromised circulation, which is a limb-threatening emergency.

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