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Musculoskeletal Quiz
Musculoskeletal Quiz
a) weight lifting
b) aquatic exercise
c) walking
d) tai chi exercise
3. During a routine physical examination on a 75-year-old female client, a nurse notes that the client
is 5 feet, 3/8 inches (1.6 m) tall. The client states, "How is that possible? I was always 5 feet and 1/2
inches (1.7 m) tall." Which statement is the best response by the nurse?
a) "After age 40, height may show a gradual decrease as a result of spinal compression"
b) "After menopause, the body's bone density declines, resulting in a gradual loss of height."
c) "The posture begins to stoop after middle age."
d) "There may be some slight discrepancy between the measuring tools used."
4. To ensure safe postoperative care of a client after a total hip arthroplasty, which actions are most
appropriate for the nurse to perform? Select all that apply.
a) Diet deficient in vegetables and fruits, high intake of red meats, and increased alcohol intake
b) Regular exercise, low fat intake, and recurrent trauma to the bones through increased weight-
bearing activities
c) Excessive sunlight exposure, adequate calcium intake, and lactose intolerance
d) Heavy smoking, sedentary lifestyle, and high intake of carbonated drinks
9. A nurse is teaching a client who was recently diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. Which
statement should the nurse include?
a) The client asks the nurse to add a 5-lb (2.3-kg) weight to the traction for 30 minutes per day.
b) The client adducts the affected leg every 2 hours.
c) The client rolls the affected leg away from the body's midline twice per day.
d) The client performs isometric exercises to the affected extremity three times per day.
11. A client who had a total hip replacement 4 days ago is worried about dislocation of the prosthesis.
The nurse should respond by saying:
a) "Decreasing use of the abductor pillow will strengthen the muscles to prevent dislocation."
b) "Do not worry. Your new hip is very strong."
c) "Use of a cushioned toilet seat helps to prevent dislocation."
d) "Activities that tend to cause adduction of the hip tend to cause dislocation, so try to avoid them."
12. A nurse is teaching a female client about preventing osteoporosis. Which teaching point is correct?
a) "I don't know if I'll be able to get off that low toilet seat at home by myself."
b) "I need to remember not to cross my legs. It's such a habit."
c) "I'll need to keep several pillows between my legs at night."
d) "The occupational therapist is showing me how to use a sock puller to help me get dressed.
22. Which of the following pieces of equipment should the nurse plan to use to help prevent external
rotation of the client's right leg postoperatively?
a) A high footboard.
b) A metal bed cradle.
c) Sandbags.
d) A rubber air ring.
23. Which nursing diagnosis takes highest priority for a client with a compound fracture?
a) "Don't flex your hip more than 30 degrees, don't cross your legs, and have someone help you put
your shoes on."
b) "Don't flex your hip more than 90 degrees, don't cross your legs, and have someone help you put
your shoes on."
c) "Don't flex your hip more than 120 degrees, don't cross your legs, and have someone help you put
your shoes on."
d) "Don't flex your hip more than 60 degrees, don't cross your legs, and have someone help you put
your shoes on."
25. The nurse is evaluating a client in skin traction. Which of the following indicate the traction is
applied for maximum effectiveness?