ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 27 : Musculoskeletal Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following would you include when you teach a patient about using a cane?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The cane is held on the unaffected side, moved with the unaffected leg, then followed by the affected leg for proper support and balance.
Question 2 of 5
When a walker is correctly fitted to a patient, which of the following is true?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct walker fit includes elbows bent at 15-30 degrees when hands are on handles for comfort and control.
Question 3 of 5
You are working with a patient whose left leg is weak. You are instructing her on walker use. Which instruction is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct instruction is to move the walker forward, then the unaffected (right) leg, followed by the weak (left) leg for stability.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has had reconstructive surgery on her right foot and must be non-weight-bearing for 6 to 8 weeks. She has problems with balance at times. Which device(s) would be most helpful to her during this period?
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: A knee walker or wheeled walker supports non-weight-bearing mobility and balance. Crutches are less stable for patients with balance issues.
Question 5 of 5
When using a walker, where should the patient stand? What is the reason for this?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The patient stands inside the walker frame to ensure stability and support, reducing the risk of falling by keeping the body centered within the walker's base.