Quiz


1.	Which joint is replaced most often?
	A. Finger
	B. Hip
	C. Shoulder
	D. None of the above

2.	The artificial joint, called a prosthesis, is usually made of which material?
	A. Donor bone
	B. Stainless steel
	C. Styrene plastic
	D. Keratin

3.	The artificial joint in an older adult usually is not cemented into place.
	True
	False

4.	Artificial joints usually last 10 to 15 years.
	True
	False

5.	Alternative therapies are often recommended as the first step in treating joint pain and mobility. Which of these is among the therapies?
	A. Exercise
	B. Physical therapy
	C. Joint brace
	D. All of the above

6.	After a hip or knee replacement, how soon can you begin walking?
	A. Day of surgery
	B. Day after surgery
	C. Three days after surgery
	D. Eight days after surgery

7.	One complication of joint replacement surgery is blood clots. Pain and swelling in your legs after knee or hip surgery may be caused by blood clots.
	True
	False

8.	Which of these physical activities generally are safe for a person who has had a knee or hip replaced?
	A. Biking
	B. Swimming
	C. Doubles tennis
	D. All of the above