Question 1
Which two annular pulleys of the digital flexor sheath are biomechanically the MOST critical to preserve to prevent bowstringing?
Correct Answer:
A2 and A4
Question 2
Regarding the interosseous muscles of the hand, which mnemonic is correct?
Correct Answer:
DAB (dorsal abduct), PAD (palmar adduct)
Question 3
A patient presents with isolated weakness of intrinsic hand muscles supplied by the ulnar nerve but with NORMAL sensation in the small finger. The compression most likely localizes to which zone of Guyon canal?
Correct Answer:
Zone 2 (deep motor branch only)
Question 4
The central slip of the extensor mechanism inserts on which structure?
Correct Answer:
Base of the middle phalanx (dorsal)
Question 5
The lumbrical muscles originate from which structure and produce what action?
Correct Answer:
Origin from flexor digitorum profundus tendons; flex MCP and extend IP
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Prepare with the ABPS Surgery of the Hand Practice Questions - ABPS Hand Surgery Examination (HSE) - Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand Exam practice quiz. This question bank includes 100 questions covering nerve, syndrome, finger, fracture, and injury. Use it to review important concepts, identify knowledge gaps, and build confidence for the related exam, course, or assessment.

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ABPS Surgery of the Hand Practice Questions - ABPS Hand Surgery Examination (HSE) - Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand Exam

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