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WorksheetsMusculoskeletal Disorders n System Ch. 18 n 77 CH. 8 Skeletal
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Worksheet time: 36mins
CHAPTER 18:
What information should be included in a discussion about long bones? Select all that apply.
They assume a cube shape
Their length is greater than their width
They afford the body additional strength
They provide support for the body with support
Their broad surfaces allow for muscles to attach
A client has axial skeletal fractures. Which bones could possibly be broken in this client? Select all that apply.
Skull
Rib cage
Extremities
Appendages
Vertebral column
Which clients have issues related to red bone marrow? Select all that apply.
Fractured both femurs in a skiing accident
Experienced injury to several thoracic vertebrae
Chronic kidney failure
Hemophilia
Cardiovascular disease
What is the range of movement for a ginglymus joint?
Allows movement in only one plane
Slides against another bone
Moves within a cup-shaped depression in the other bone
Movement that can be shifted in several directions
The medical history identifies that surgery has occurred in the lumbar vertebrae. The nurse should identify the location of a scar in which region?
Neck
Anterior chest
Small of the back
Pelvis
Which information should the nurse include when discussing the spinal deformity called kyphosis? Select all that apply.
Most common in women
Most common during adolescence
Often caused by osteoporosis
Abnormal lateral curvature of the spine
Commonly referred to as a 'humpback'
What information should the nurse include in a discussion that focuses on newborn fontanels? Select all that apply.
They allow for newborn skull growth
Initially they are made of membranous material
They allow for the normal increase in brain size
They present as firm areas of the newborn's skull when palpated
They allow for the newborn's head to conform to the shape and size of the birth canal
Which condition is a result of a dysfunction of smooth muscles?
Facial palsy
Clubbed foot
Intestinal blockage
Right-sided heart failure
What is the function of skeletal muscles?
Locomotion
Motion inside body organs
Propelling blood through the heart
Movement through most body structures
A muscle cannot respond to appropriate nerve stimuli. Which muscle characteristic is impaired?
Contractility
Extensibility
Elasticity
Irritability
What occurs to a muscle during isometric exercising?
Shorten and thicken the muscle, causing movement
Involves a long period of less than maximum exertion
Mostly fast twitch muscle fibers are used, at close to maximum contraction strength
Increase muscle tension
Which basic body function is possible because of voluntary muscle control?
Maintaining body in upright position
Maintaining effective respiration
Performing digestion processes
Performing elimination processes
What vitamin should the nurse encourage the client to increase in the diet to minimize the risk of osteomalacia?
A
B
C
D
Which factors are important in the generation of body heat? Select all that apply.
Involuntary muscle activity
Cellular muscle activity of ATP
Oxygen
Glycolysis
Lactic acid
What information should the nurse include in a discussion about tendons?
There are the ends of muscle fascia lengthened into tough cords
Responsible for connecting skeletal parts
Strong fibrous bands
Responsible for support of internal organs and other structures
Which ligament attaches the rectus abdominus muscle to the pubic bone?
Henle's ligament
Cruciate ligaments
Arcuate ligament
Medial ligament
What vertebrae ensures that the head can turn freely?
Atlas
Axis
Sacrum
Coccyx
Which injury involves the possible damage to a fixed joint?
A contusion to the knee
A fractured jaw
A blow to the head
A sprained ankle
What is the expected shape of the anterior fontanel in newborn babies?
Flat
Diamond
Cube
Triangular
A client who has been bedridden for a week reports a backache. Which intervention could the nurse perform to alleviate the client's condition?
Recommend exercises for the client's back
Have the client stay in a position that does not cause pain
Have the client lie on the side with the knees flexed
Give the client a backrub
Which condition affecting the musculoskeletal system is the result of normal aging?
Shortening of vertebral column
Occurrence of contractures
Osteomalacia
Scoliosis
What term describes the formation of bone caused by an increase in calcified tissue?
Atrophy
Ossification
Reabsorption
Contractures
CHAPTER 77:
Which diagnostic tests confirm the presence of inflammation related to an infection or inflammatory condition? Select all that apply.
Complete blood cell count (CBC)
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
C.) Uric acid levels and D.) Blood levels of calcium
Rheumatoid factor (RF)
Creatine kinase (CK)
Which intervention should the nurse implement when providing care of a client pre- and post arthrogram?
Ask the client about sensitivities to food, iodine, latex, or medications.
Ask the client if he or she has metallic implants, such as orthopedic screws.
Ask the client to drink extra fluids to increase excretion of isotope.
Following the test, elevate the client's joint and apply ice to control edema.
Which diagnostic test is used to examine the spinal cord for abnormalities caused by tumors, herniated intervertebral disks, or other lesions?
Arthrogram
Bone scan
Ultrasound
Myelogram
A client is undergoing a procedure to remove a bone spur from his shoulder. For which procedure would the nurse prepare this client?
Arthrogram
Arthrocentesis
Arthroscopy
Bone scan
Which diagnostic test is used to determine whether a client's muscles respond appropriately to stimuli?
Myelogram
Electromyogram
Computed tomography
Magnetic resonance imaging
What discharge teaching should the nurse provide when caring for a client following an arthroscopy procedure of the knee? Select all that apply.
Elevate the knee.
Apply heat to the knee.
Apply ice to the knee.
Monitor knee for signs of infections.
Begin range of motion exercises immediately.
Which treatment should the nurse be prepared to implement to initiate vasodilation and promote healing for a client with severe joint pain?
Hot compresses
Cold compresses
Active range of motion
Immobilization
Which nursing assessment techniques should be implemented when performing a musculoskeletal assessment? Select all that apply.
Palpate skin temperature for warmth.
B.) Percuss soft tissues, joints, and muscles. and E.) Obtain vital signs.
Perform range-of-motion exercises.
Observe emotional response to the assessment.
Observe posture, coordination, and body build.
Which complication is related to the pressure that occurs when an immobilization device is used to stabilize the spinal cord?
Elevated temperature
Elevated leukocyte count
Edema
Hypotension
The nurse is teaching a client who is in a body cast how to perform exercises to reduce the effects of immobilization. Which teaching point is recommended for clients confined to bed?
Too much exercise is better than too little exercise.
Flex and extend the affected joints regularly.
Do not use the trapeze bar for exercise.
Wiggle the fingers or toes of affected extremities.
What nursing intervention should the nurse implement when caring for a client experiencing phantom limb pain?
Explain that the condition is rare and occurs because of infections.
Instruct the client to ask for pain medication, if needed.
Explain that the condition does not interfere with prosthetic fitting.
Encourage the client to place a pillow under the stump when sleeping.
The nurse is caring for a 45-year-old client following amputation of the right leg. Which nursing consideration is appropriate?
Change the compression bandage at least once a day.
Wrap the stump so that it forms a rounded shape.
Change the dressing using clean technique.
Encourage the client to lie in a prone position.
A client is recovering from replantation of a severed arm. Which postoperative intervention should be prescribed?
Thrombin therapy
Adding caffeine to the diet
Administration of antibiotics
Monitor for increased range of motion
Which statement accurately describes lordosis?
Narrowing of the intervertebral space
Abnormal curvature of lumbar vertebrae
Abnormal curvature of thoracic spine
Lateral angulation of the spinal column
A 50-year-old client diagnosed with intervertebral disk disease has to undergo a type of lumbar decompression that exposes the spinal canal and allows for relief of compression of the spinal cord and spinal nerve roots. What is the term used for this procedure?
Diskectomy
Spinal fusion
Laminectomy
Microdiskectomy
Which complication is seen frequently in clients with muscular dystrophy?
Pathologic bone fractures
Muscular spasms
Upper respiratory tract infection
Necrosis of the tissue
Which assessment data support a diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome?
Symptoms intensify during the day.
Positive Tinel sign in affected wrist.
Noted inflammation of the affected wrist joint.
Grip in affected hand is unaffected.
What is an appropriate nursing intervention for a client diagnosed with bursitis that has been triggered by gout?
Applying heat to the affected part
Applying cold compresses to the affected part
Providing active range of motion for the affected part
Administering antibiotics as prescribed
A butterfly rash on the face is a characteristic of which condition?
Gout
Scleroderma
Rickets
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
What nursing intervention should the nurse implement when caring for a client with a sprained left ankle?
Apply a warm moist pack within 24 hours.
Lower the ankle to relieve the pain.
Apply an ice pack over the ankle after 48 hours.
Apply an elastic bandage to immobilize the area.
A 3-year old client is diagnosed with a fracture of the ulnar bone. The fracture appears to be on one side of the bone, whereas the other side is bent. What type of fracture does the client have?
Greenstick
Depressed
Compression
Oblique
What intervention should the nurse implement when caring for a client with a simple fracture in the right hand that has been immobilized by a plaster cast?
Handle the wet cast with the fingertips only.
Avoid washing the area around the cast.
To move the arm, grasp the cast on one side only.
Cover the edges of the cast with tape to minimize skin irritation.
A client has just had a cast removed. Which description of the skin should the nurse tell the client to expect?
Scaly
Edematous
Redden
Cyanotic
Which type of skin traction would be used to temporarily stabilize an upper arm fracture before surgery?
Buck' traction
Cervical halter traction
Dunlop traction
Russell traction
What type of fracture would be treated with balanced suspension traction?
Arm
Neck
Back
Femur
A client with a cervical injury is provided with a halo device to stabilize the neck. What intervention should the nurse implement when caring for the client?
Place the client in an antidecubitus bed, if possible.
Tighten the halo device with a wrench if it loosens.
Monitor the client for any difficulty in swallowing.
Instruct the client to stay in bed until the injury heals.
A nurse is caring for a client who has undergone hip replacement surgery. What intervention should the nurse implement to preserve proper postoperative alignment of the hip?
Assist the client to cross the legs as often as possible.
Restrict the client from bending more than 90 degrees.
Assist the client to gently turn the affected leg inward.
Provide back care twice a day when the client is on bed rest.
CHAPTER 8- Skeletal System:
The humerus
is located in the arm.
is distal to the radius and ulna.
articulates with the clavicle at the acromioclavicular joint.
is a bone of the axial skeleton.
The maxilla
is the cheekbone.
is a cranial bone.
contains the upper teeth.
articulates with the temporal bone at the TMJ.
Which bone is found in the skull but is not a facial bone?
Mandible
Maxilla
Occipital
Zygomatic
The zygomatic bone
is a cranial bone.
articulates with the mandible.
holds the upper teeth.
is called the cheekbone.
Which of the following is most descriptive of the atlas and the axis?
Carpal
Vertebral
Coxal
Cranial
The occipital bone
is a facial bone.
contains the foramen magnum.
is the cheekbone.
articulates with the frontal bone at the coronal suture.
Which of the following word(s) is (are) related to the ribs?
Acetabulum
True, false, and floating
Supination and pronation
Fontanels
Fontanels
are present in fetal and infant skulls.
allow expansion of the infant skull during growth.
eventually fuse or seal.
involve all of the above.
Which bone is distal to the acetabulum and proximal to the patella?
Femur
Tibia
Fibula
Calcaneus
Which bone is distal to the femur and proximal to the tibia?
Fibula
Patella
Talus
Coxal bone
Which bone is formed by the ischium, ilium, and pubis?
Sacrum
Cranium
Coxal bone
Breastbone
Which of the following is not a bone of the vertebral column?
Atlas
Sacrum
Coccyx
Coxal bone
Which bones form the palm of the hand?
Tarsals
Phalanges
Metacarpals
Metatarsals
Which bones are distal to the radius and ulna and proximal to the metacarpals?
Pollux
Carpals
Tarsals
Hallux
Which of the following is located at the ends of a long bone?
Diaphysis
Periosteum
Epiphysis
Medullary cavity
Cancellous refers to a(n)
irregular bone.
cartilage.
spongy bone.
osteon.
At which joint do the femur and tibia meet? a. Hip
b. Knee c. Ankle d. Elbow
Hip
Knee
Ankle
Elbow
At which joint do the femur and coxal bone meet?
Hip
Knee
Ankle
Wrist
At which joint do the scapula and humerus meet?
Hip
Wrist
Shoulder
Elbow
Injury to the epiphyseal disc of the tibia may
stunt the growth of the injured leg.
stimulate the bone to become cancerous.
inhibit blood cell formation.
cause arthritis.
What do the following terms have in common: arthrosis, arthroplasty, and arthritis?
Are orthopedic surgical procedures
Refer to joints
Are inflammatory joint diseases
Are malignant bone diseases
What is the outer lining of connective tissue that surrounds the diaphysis of a long bone and contains the blood vessels that supply the bone?
Periosteum
Endosteum
Osteon
Articular cartilage
