Musculoskeletal Key

Chapter 35 Altered mental state in the elderly Case 35.1 1. Using only this information, list the possible causes of Frank’s reported symptoms of cognitive impairment. Justify your answer. The…

Chapter 37 Limb pain in the elderly Case 37.1 An 80-year-old man presents with pain at the base of his big toe. The pain has been developing over the last…

Chapter 20 Lower limb pain Case 20.1 A 40-year-old man presents with a number of lesions on his foot which have been present for nearly a year. He states that…

Chapter 24 Cough and dyspnoea Case 24.1 1. What is the most likely cause of this patient’s symptoms? An upper respiratory tract infection (URTI). 2. Name other disorders which may…

Chapter 33 Altered bowel or bladder activity in the elderly Case 33.1 Bob is a 75-year-old who complains about a recent change in bowel habits. For as long as he…

Chapter 28 Multisystem cases Case 28.1 1. Using the above information, what are the issues that arise from the history? Justify your answer. Issue Justification Perforated ear drum or middle…

Chapter 34 Chest and abdominal pain in the elderly Case 34.1 A 70-year-old female presents with a 3-hour history of acute dyspnoea and right-sided chest pain. The pain is sharp…

Chapter 30 Head and neck pain in the elderly Case 30.1 History Jane is a 70-year-old retired teacher. She presents with a 3–4 month history of episodes of pain between…

Chapter 17 Acute joint pain Case 17.1 Dale, a 43-year-old male, presents with a 3-week history of fatigue and an intermittent, low grade temperature which is accompanied by chills, diffuse…

Chapter 36 Impaired vision and hearing in the elderly Case 36.1 1. Select no more than five questions which will help you determine the type (not the cause) of visual…