NSG 320 Exam 4 Accurate 100%
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Achilles Tendonitis -ANSWER pain in ankle and posterior calf, initially when running or walking
Ankylosis -ANSWER stiffness and fixation of a joint
Boutenniere Deformity -ANSWER Finger abnormality, flexion at proximal joint & extension at distal joint due to rheumatoid or psoriatic arthritis
crepitation -ANSWER audible and palpable crunching or grating that accompanies movement
Festinating gait -ANSWER neck, trunk, and knees flex and body is rigid. Delayed start with short, quick steps (seen in Parkinson's)
Pes Planus -ANSWER flatness in arch of foot
plantar fascitis -ANSWER Burning, sharp pain on sole of foot; worse in the morning
Valgum deformity -ANSWER knock knees
varum deformity -ANSWER bowlegs
Sprain -ANSWER injury to ligaments surrounding a joint
Strain -ANSWER excessive stretching of the muscle; often involving the tendon
R.I.C.E. -ANSWER rest, ice, compression, elevation. Used for acute care of injuries.
What is an avulsion fracture caused by? -ANSWER A 3rd degree strain can lead to this,
which is when a ligament pulls loose of fragment of bone
What kind of shoulder dislocations are rare? -ANSWER Posterior; caused by electrocution or seizure
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