Question 1

When assessing specific musculoskeletal injuries, use of the five "P"s will increase your knowledge about the injury during your focused assessment. Select the correct five "P"s below. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When assessing specific musculoskeletal injuries, use of...

Question 2

You are a nursing student and need to recognize the normal findings of a musculoskeletal assessment. Identify below all of the normal findings about the musculoskeletal system. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

The answer of You are a nursing student and need...

Question 3

When inspecting the upper extremities with the patient in a relaxed standing position, the nurse expects to observe which of the following? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

When inspecting the upper extremities in a relaxed standing position, the nurse expects to observe straight upper arms (A), symmetry between the left and right upper extremities (B), and wrists in line with the lower arm with palms facing the thighs (D). These observations indicate a normal posture and alignment. Forward rounding of the shoulders (C) and hyperextension of the elbows (E) are not typical findings and may indicate underlying issues.

Question 4

When standing, the patient exhibits forward flexion at the hip joint. What may this indicate?
Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Forward flexion at the hip joint when standing may indicate tightness of the muscular structure, such as the hip flexors, or a problem with the lower back, such as lumbar spine issues or disc problems.

Question 5

Prevention of disease and disability of the musculoskeletal system can be accomplished by working to maintain a level of wellness. This can be accomplished through which of the following? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

All the options listed contribute to the prevention of disease and disability of the musculoskeletal system. A) Nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, magnesium, and phosphorus are essential for bone health. B) Maintaining an ideal body weight reduces stress on bones and joints. C) Regular exercise strengthens muscles and bones. D) Stretching and flexibility exercises improve joint function and prevent injuries. E) Good body mechanics prevent undue stress on the musculoskeletal system.

Question 6

Assessment of the geriatric patient's posture and gait can be assessed as he or she enters the room. This will help the nurse to identify a patient's ____________________ risk.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Assessment of the geriatric patient's posture and...

Question 7

____________________ is an unsteady gait, which can be used to compensate for an injury or pain in an extremity. It may also indicate a problem with cerebellar function.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is an unsteady gait, which can...

Question 8

Asking a patient to rub the back of his head with his right hand and then the left hand allows functional assessment of ____________________ rotation of the shoulder joint.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Asking a patient to rub the back...

Question 9

An exaggerated curvature in the thoracic spine is a common finding in an elderly person due to osteoporosis. This condition of the vertebrae is known as ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An exaggerated curvature in the thoracic spine...

Question 10

Identify the test. Ask the patient to flex both wrists and press them together for 1 minute. Ask the patient if there is any numbness and tingling sensations. This test is known as ____________________ test.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Identify the test. Ask the patient to...

Question 11

The patient reports that he injured his ankle while playing soccer. The health-care provider requested an x-ray of the ankle, which was negative for a fracture. The health-care provider tells the patient his ligament was injured. This injury is called a___________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The patient reports that he injured his...

Question 12

Mrs. Green complains of pain in both hands related to osteoarthritis. During the musculoskeletal assessment of her hands, you discover nodes on the distal joints of her fingers. These nodes are commonly identified as ____________________ nodes.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Mrs. Green complains of pain in both...

Question 13

The patient reports that she is having pain with erythema on the right side of her left great toe. You assess the patient's left foot and note a lateral deviation and enlarged joint of the left great toe. This deviation and enlargement is called ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The patient reports that she is having...

Question 14

The patient has degenerative disc disease with a complication of foot drop. This is where the foot is at _________ degrees to the lower leg.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The patient has degenerative disc disease with...

Question 15

You are performing a musculoskeletal assessment. Put the steps of the assessment in order (1-4). (Enter the number of each step in the proper sequence. Do not use punctuation or spaces. Example: 1234.)
1. Assessing strength
2. Palpating
3. Inspecting
4. Assessing range of motion

Accepted Answer

The answer of You are performing a musculoskeletal assessment. Put...

Quiz 15: Assessing the Musculoskeletal System