Pediatric Orthopaedic
Self-Assessment Examination 2013
ANSWER BOOK
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stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise) without the prior written permission of the publisher.
Published January 2013
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
6300 North River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
Copyright © 2013 by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Requests for permission to reproduce any part of the work should be mailed to:
Attention: Examinations Department
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
6300 North River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
Printed in the USA
© 2013 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Self-Assessment Examination
, Dear Colleague:
Thank you for purchasing the 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Special Interest Examination. To help
you obtain maximum benefit from this examination, I would like to briefly discuss its rationale
and some of its new features.
First, this examination is designed for use by orthopaedic surgeons in clinical practice. We have
made it a priority to present clinically relevant questions and avoid arcane orthopaedic facts.
Many of us are engaged in the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Maintenance of
Certification. This examination is also designed to help fulfill requirements or prepare for this
ongoing process.
Second, you will notice that this examination focuses on four areas: spine, trauma, hip, and
foot/ankle (although it covers many other important pediatric orthopaedic conditions). This is by
design. These areas have evolved rapidly during the last several years, and this examination
strives to reflect current knowledge in these fields. I hope that this examination will update
orthopaedic surgeons’ knowledge of these fields and stimulate further learning about these
topics.
Third, you will encounter new types of questions in this booklet. Many questions in this
examination are presented in the “classic” format that tests recall, interpretation of tests and
imaging, and problem-solving ability. This examination also introduces new formats such as
extended matching and multiple questions based on a single clinical scenario. These formats
allow for a broader, more inclusive examination and are designed to accurately assess a
participant’s clinical knowledge. We have incorporated advanced imaging such as MRI scans
and video into the examination as well.
Thank you again for choosing the 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Special Interest Examination. On
behalf of the Pediatric Evaluation Committee and the AAOS examinations staff, it is my hope
that you will regard this examination as a valuable program in your ongoing professional
education.
Sincerely,
B. David Horn, MD
Chair, Pediatric Evaluation Committee
© 2013 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Self-Assessment Examination
, ACCREDITATION
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for
Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA PRA CREDIT
U. S. Physicians: The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons designates this enduring
material for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only
the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
International Physicians: AMA PRA credit may only be claimed by, and awarded to,
physicians, defined by the AMA as individuals who have completed an allopathic (MD),
osteopathic (DO), or an equivalent medical degree from another country.
Allied Health Professionals: The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is not accredited to
offer credit for nurses and other allied health professionals. To determine if activities offering AMA PRA
Category 1 Credits™ are acceptable for your licensing or certification needs, please contact the relevant
organization(s) directly.
Independent Study (previously called Self-Scored) Examination Participants: The AAOS no
longer awards CME credit for printed independent study self-assessment examinations as a result
of new requirements from the AMA’s Physician Recognition Award Program.
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
As a result of taking the 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Self-Assessment Examination, I am able to
• describe the diagnosis and treatment of common pediatric foot and ankle conditions.
• recognize, evaluate and treat pediatric trauma patients.
• discuss the etiology and treatment of neurologic and developmental pediatric orthopaedic
conditions.
• formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan for pediatric spinal disorders.
• describe the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric hip disease.
INQUIRIES
Questions regarding completing this CME activity or other comments may be sent to
or write to: Attention: Examinations Department, American Academy of
Orthopaedic Surgeons, 6300 North River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018.
RELEASE DATE: January 2013
EXPIRATION DATE: December 31, 2015.
No CME credit will be awarded for this activity after December 31, 2015
© 2013 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Self-Assessment Examination
Self-Assessment Examination 2013
ANSWER BOOK
, All rights reserved. No part of Pediatric Orthopaedic Self-Assessment Examination may be reproduced,
stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise) without the prior written permission of the publisher.
Published January 2013
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
6300 North River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
Copyright © 2013 by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Requests for permission to reproduce any part of the work should be mailed to:
Attention: Examinations Department
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
6300 North River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
Printed in the USA
© 2013 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Self-Assessment Examination
, Dear Colleague:
Thank you for purchasing the 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Special Interest Examination. To help
you obtain maximum benefit from this examination, I would like to briefly discuss its rationale
and some of its new features.
First, this examination is designed for use by orthopaedic surgeons in clinical practice. We have
made it a priority to present clinically relevant questions and avoid arcane orthopaedic facts.
Many of us are engaged in the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Maintenance of
Certification. This examination is also designed to help fulfill requirements or prepare for this
ongoing process.
Second, you will notice that this examination focuses on four areas: spine, trauma, hip, and
foot/ankle (although it covers many other important pediatric orthopaedic conditions). This is by
design. These areas have evolved rapidly during the last several years, and this examination
strives to reflect current knowledge in these fields. I hope that this examination will update
orthopaedic surgeons’ knowledge of these fields and stimulate further learning about these
topics.
Third, you will encounter new types of questions in this booklet. Many questions in this
examination are presented in the “classic” format that tests recall, interpretation of tests and
imaging, and problem-solving ability. This examination also introduces new formats such as
extended matching and multiple questions based on a single clinical scenario. These formats
allow for a broader, more inclusive examination and are designed to accurately assess a
participant’s clinical knowledge. We have incorporated advanced imaging such as MRI scans
and video into the examination as well.
Thank you again for choosing the 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Special Interest Examination. On
behalf of the Pediatric Evaluation Committee and the AAOS examinations staff, it is my hope
that you will regard this examination as a valuable program in your ongoing professional
education.
Sincerely,
B. David Horn, MD
Chair, Pediatric Evaluation Committee
© 2013 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Self-Assessment Examination
, ACCREDITATION
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for
Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA PRA CREDIT
U. S. Physicians: The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons designates this enduring
material for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only
the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
International Physicians: AMA PRA credit may only be claimed by, and awarded to,
physicians, defined by the AMA as individuals who have completed an allopathic (MD),
osteopathic (DO), or an equivalent medical degree from another country.
Allied Health Professionals: The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is not accredited to
offer credit for nurses and other allied health professionals. To determine if activities offering AMA PRA
Category 1 Credits™ are acceptable for your licensing or certification needs, please contact the relevant
organization(s) directly.
Independent Study (previously called Self-Scored) Examination Participants: The AAOS no
longer awards CME credit for printed independent study self-assessment examinations as a result
of new requirements from the AMA’s Physician Recognition Award Program.
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
As a result of taking the 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Self-Assessment Examination, I am able to
• describe the diagnosis and treatment of common pediatric foot and ankle conditions.
• recognize, evaluate and treat pediatric trauma patients.
• discuss the etiology and treatment of neurologic and developmental pediatric orthopaedic
conditions.
• formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan for pediatric spinal disorders.
• describe the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric hip disease.
INQUIRIES
Questions regarding completing this CME activity or other comments may be sent to
or write to: Attention: Examinations Department, American Academy of
Orthopaedic Surgeons, 6300 North River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018.
RELEASE DATE: January 2013
EXPIRATION DATE: December 31, 2015.
No CME credit will be awarded for this activity after December 31, 2015
© 2013 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Self-Assessment Examination
