252 - NCLEX Questions for Musculoskeletal with Complete Solutions
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Course
Nclex
Institution
Nclex
252 - NCLEX Questions for
Musculoskeletal with Complete
Solutions
When counseling an older patient about ways to prevent fractures, which
information will the nurse include?
a.
Tacking down scatter rugs in the home is recommended.
b.
Occasional weight-bearing exercise will improve muscle an...
wrap the wrists with a compression bandage every morning.
c.
use acetaminophen (Tylenol) instead of NSAIDs for wrist pain.
d.
obtain a keyboard pad to support the wrist while word processing. -
✔✔Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Repetitive strain injuries caused by prolonged times working at a
keyboard can be prevented by the use of a pad that will keep the wrists in a
straight position. Stretching exercises during the day may be helpful, but
these would not be needed before starting. Use of a compression bandage
is not needed, although a splint may be used for carpal tunnel syndrome.
NSAIDs are appropriate to use to decrease swelling.
Cognitive Level: Application Text Reference: p. 1633
Nursing Process: Implementation
NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance
A patient arrives in the emergency department with ankle swelling and
severe pain after twisting the ankle playing soccer. All of the following
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