MCQ Exam for the FRCS Orth 1

1. Which of the following would be an evidence-based indication for operative intervention for a typical thoracolumbar burst fracture of the spine?

2. While performing a total knee replacement for a knee with valgus deformity, to balance the coronal plane, which of the following statement is CORRECT :

3. The highest concentration of proteoglycans is found in which layer of the articular cartilage?

4. During a primary total knee replacement on a patient with previous fixed flexion deformity, you complete the distal femur and proximal tibia cuts. The gap is tight in extension, but balanced in flexion, what is the most appropriate first step to address this

5. The safe insertion zone of acetabular screws in total hip replacement is :

6. A 12 year old girl attends the outpatient clinic for follow up of thoracic spine scoliosis. The cobb angle is measured at 30 degrees and she is found to be Risser grade 2. The best management option would be:

7. Which of the following is the most sensitive clinical sign for detection of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in a baby aged 6 months?

8. A 25 years old patient is admitted with a forearm radius and ulna shaft fractures. You proceed with an open reduction and internal fixation. Regarding the implant used, which of the following statements is CORRECT:

9. Regarding obstetric brachial plexus injuries, which of the following is not typically associated with Erb’s palsy?

10. Comparing total hip replacement for displaced femoral neck fracture to hemiarthroplasty, total hip replacement would be expected to result in :