Question

Use the following information to answer the following five questions. It has been said that the diagnosis of musculoskeletal pain or dysfunction encompasses not only all of internal medicine but also some elements of neurology and orthopedics. Both pain in the trunk and acral pain can be a manifestation of a rheumatic disorder, neuropathic condition, vascular abnormalities, or diseases of viscera and other sites remote to the area where symptoms are experienced. Which is true of orthopedics? A. It is a branch of surgery that is especially concerned with preservation and restoration of the skeletal system. B. It is a school founded on the theory that the body is capable of healing itself when it is in a normal structural relationship and has a favorable environment and adequate nutrition. C. It is a branch of medicine that is especially concerned with the preservation and restoration of the growing or mature dentofacial structures. D. It is a branch of medicine that is especially concerned with the preservation and health of the foot.

Answer 1

Answer: A. It is a branch of surgery that is especially concerned with preservation and restoration of the skeletal system.

Step-by-step explanation:

Orthopedics is the field of medicine that deals with the treatment of the diseases and disorders associated with the musculoskeletal system that includes the parts such as bones, spines, muscles and joints.

They perform certain pain management treatments, physical therapy, and surgery associated with the bone dysfunctions.

On the basis of the above description, and relative information present in the question. A. It is a branch of surgery that is especially concerned with preservation and restoration of the skeletal system. is the correct option.

Answer 2

Option (A).

Step-by-step explanation:

Orthopedics or orthopaedics can be defined as a branch of medical science, associated with study of musculoskeletal system. Spine diseases, musculoskeletal trauma, sports injuries, infections and tumors of musculoskeletal system are treated under orthopedics.

Hence, orthopedic surgeons are allocated to diagnose, prevent, and treat disorders of musculoskeletal system (bones, ligaments, joints, muscles, and tendons).

Thus, the correct answer is option (A).