Question 1

The nurse monitors for which clinical manifestations in the patient with suspected carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)?

Accepted Answer

Hand tingling during the night is a common symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome, as it is often caused by pressure on the median nerve during sleep positions.

Question 2

A patient is diagnosed with a third-degree sprain. What should the nurse expect to assess in this patient? Select all that apply.

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Question 3

The nurse monitors for which clinical manifestations of neurovascular compromise in the patient with an injured ankle? Select all that apply.

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Question 4

A patient is diagnosed with a small meniscus tear of the right knee. For which interventions does the nurse prepare the patient? Select all that apply.

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Question 5

The nurse monitors for which clinical manifestations in the patient with suspected compartment syndrome? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Compartment syndrome is characterized by increased pressure within a muscle compartment, leading to pain (A), numbness (C), and a feeling of pressure (E). Redness (B) and bounding pulses (D) are not typical signs.

Question 6

The nurse is reviewing statistics about the frequency of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears. Which sports activities have the greatest risk of this type of injury? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Soccer, basketball, and gymnastics have high incidences of ACL tears due to the sudden changes in direction, jumping, and landing mechanics associated with these sports. These movements can put significant stress on the ACL, leading to a higher risk of injury.

Question 7

A victim of a motor vehicle crash has a partially severed lowered extremity. What are the priority actions the nurse needs to implement when the patient arrives in the emergency department? Select all that apply.

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Question 8

The nurse is reviewing postoperative instructions with a patient recovering from carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) surgery. Which statement by the patient indicates the need for further teaching?

Accepted Answer

Numbness should gradually decrease after carpal tunnel syndrome surgery, not persist for weeks. Persistent numbness could indicate a problem, so expecting it to last for weeks indicates a misunderstanding of the recovery process.

Question 9

The nurse requests an occupational therapy consultation for a patient with bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome to assist the patient with which behavior?

Accepted Answer

The occupational therapist can evaluate the patient's work environment and make recommendations for modifications to reduce the risk of further injury.

Question 10

A patient with bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) does not want to have surgery. The nurse teaches the patient that this increases the risk of which complication?

Accepted Answer

Chronic pain is a common complication of untreated or inadequately treated carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Without proper treatment, the pressure on the median nerve can lead to persistent symptoms, including pain.

Quiz 54: Coordinating Care for Patients With Musculoskeletal Trauma

The nurse monitors for which clinical manifestations in the patient with suspected carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) ?