Quiz Bowl 2018: Therapies

Question 1

True or False: It is safe to administer ultrasound over metallic implants.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 2

What is a strain?

Accepted Answer

stretching or tearing of a muscle and/or tendon

Question 3

True or False: Traction helps restore normal range of motion to the spine.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a contraindication of Diapulse?

Accepted Answer

Immediately after an injury

Question 5

True or False: Laser therapy aligns blood cells like a string of pearls.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 6

True or False: It is recommended to use heat on a recent injury.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of electric muscle stimulation?

Accepted Answer

Increases circulation

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

Reduces muscle spasms

Question 9

True or False: Ultrasound is often administered directly above the spine.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 10

True or False. EMS can be done on a pt w/ a pacemaker if done in a different region of the body

Accepted Answer

False

Question 11

True or False: Electric muscle stimulation stimulates the body to release natural pain killers.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 12

Fill in the blank: Diapulse utilizes _______ energy.

Accepted Answer

Electro-magnetic

Question 13

What is a sprain?

Accepted Answer

stretching or tearing of ligaments

Question 14

What is palliative?

Accepted Answer

relieving pain and/or making something better

Question 15

Fill in the blank: Ice is typically recommended for the first ______ hours following an injury.

Accepted Answer

72

Question 16

True or False: Ultrasound helps fractures heal faster.

Accepted Answer

False

Questions 16