MDC I- Module 5- The Musculoskeletal System

The Phalen's test is used to determine?

After surgery the patient will need neurovascular checks that includes capillary refill.

To perform a proper neuromuscular assessment, you need to include pain, pulse, pallor, paresthesia and ?

The nurse know that pendulum exercises involves dangling & swinging of the arm for 5-10 minutes.

The patient with osteomylitis will need to be placed on droplet precautions.

As a nurse you know that during aging a normal musculoskeletal change would be?

After a bunionectomy the nurse needs to educate the patient about?

Medications such as loop diuretics can cause osteoporosis.

When rating muscle strength, the nurse knows that a grade 2 means?

What medication will be ordered for a patient with plantar fasciitis?

As you interview a patient complaining of pain you know that it is important to ask them about...

A patient with a rotator cuff injury may need what treatment?

The nurse is educating the patient on ways to prevent falls. Some activities include removal of rugs and clutter.

The nurse knows that recommending Vitamin C & Calcium will help prevent musculoskeletal degeneration.

The nurse is performing a general survey. What is a component to observe related to the musculoskeletal system?

What would be a nursing intervention to prevent & manage osteomylitis?

Which gland controls calcium release from the bones?

A patient with osteoporosis should receive education indicating to avoid jarring activities.

Which one is a function of the musculoskeletal system?

Adding weight-bearing exercise 3-5 times a week can help prevent osteoporosis.