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NCLEX MUSCULOSKELETAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS How should a nurse assess for the presence of a dislocated joint? Assess for symptoms such as severe pain, deformity, limited movement, and swelling around the joint. What is a common complication of a fracture that affects blood flow...

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NCLEX MUSCULOSKELETAL
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS
How should a nurse assess for the presence of a dislocated joint?


✔✔Assess for symptoms such as severe pain, deformity, limited movement, and swelling around

the joint.




What is a common complication of a fracture that affects blood flow to the extremity?


✔✔Compartment syndrome is a common complication that can impair blood flow and lead to

tissue damage.




What is the recommended intervention for a patient experiencing muscle spasms following a

fracture?


✔✔The recommended intervention is to provide muscle relaxants and apply heat to the affected

area to relieve spasms.




How can a nurse help prevent contractures in a patient who has undergone limb amputation?


✔✔Prevent contractures by performing regular range-of-motion exercises and maintaining

proper positioning of the residual limb.




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,What are the typical signs of a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in a patient with a lower extremity

fracture?


✔✔Typical signs of DVT include swelling, redness, warmth, and pain in the affected leg.




What role does physical therapy play in the rehabilitation of a patient with a musculoskeletal

injury?


✔✔Physical therapy helps restore movement, strength, and function, and supports the recovery

of the injured area.




How should a nurse address a patient’s concerns about adjusting to life with a prosthetic limb?


✔✔Address concerns by providing emotional support, educating the patient about the prosthesis,

and facilitating training on its use and care.




What is a common symptom of osteomyelitis in a patient with an open fracture?


✔✔Common symptoms include fever, localized pain, redness, and swelling at the fracture site.




How should a nurse manage a patient with a fresh fracture to reduce the risk of infection?


✔✔Manage by ensuring proper wound care, maintaining sterile techniques, and monitoring for

signs of infection at the fracture site.

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,What is the primary purpose of using a splint in the management of a suspected fracture?


✔✔The primary purpose is to immobilize the fracture and prevent further movement, which

reduces the risk of additional injury and aids in proper healing.




How should a nurse assess for neurovascular compromise in a patient with a fractured limb?


✔✔Assess by checking the patient's sensation, movement, pulse, and skin color and temperature

distal to the fracture site.




What is a common sign of an infected surgical wound following an amputation?


✔✔Common signs include increased redness, swelling, warmth, and discharge from the wound,

along with systemic symptoms like fever.




What is the recommended position for a patient with a below-knee amputation to help prevent

contractures?


✔✔The recommended position is to keep the residual limb in a neutral or extended position

rather than flexed, to help prevent contractures.




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, How should a nurse address the issue of phantom pain in a patient who has recently undergone

an amputation?


✔✔Address phantom pain by using pain management techniques such as medications, nerve

blocks, and psychological support, and providing education on the nature of phantom pain.




What is the main goal of a rehabilitation program for a patient recovering from a severe

musculoskeletal injury?


✔✔The main goal is to restore function, strength, and mobility to the injured area and to help the

patient return to their daily activities.




What are the common indications for surgical intervention in a patient with a fracture?


✔✔Indications include unstable fractures that cannot be managed with conservative treatment,

open fractures, and fractures that are not healing properly.




How should a nurse manage a patient with a cast to prevent complications such as pressure

sores?


✔✔Manage by regularly checking the cast for tightness, ensuring the patient’s skin is dry and

clean, and advising the patient to report any discomfort or unusual symptoms.




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