Question 1
A 68-year-old undergoes primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) via the posterior approach. Which combination of acetabular component position is generally considered the Lewinnek 'safe zone' to minimize dislocation risk?
Correct Answer:
Inclination 30-50 degrees, anteversion 5-25 degrees
Question 2
A 72-year-old with primary osteoarthritis of the knee fails 6 months of nonoperative care. The MOST appropriate definitive surgical treatment is:
Correct Answer:
Total knee arthroplasty
Question 3
Which bearing surface combination has the LOWEST volumetric wear rate in total hip arthroplasty?
Correct Answer:
Ceramic-on-ceramic
Question 4
The MOST common organism cultured from acute periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) within 4 weeks of total joint arthroplasty is:
Correct Answer:
Staphylococcus aureus (including MRSA) and coagulase-negative staphylococci
Question 5
According to the 2018 ICM (International Consensus Meeting) criteria for periprosthetic joint infection, which of the following is a MAJOR criterion that establishes the diagnosis on its own?
Correct Answer:
Two positive cultures of the same organism OR a sinus tract communicating with the joint
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