NCLEX-PN
Musculoskeletal NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing the leg of a client in Russell's traction. Which area is it essential to assess?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the pedal area checks for circulation, sensation, and movement, critical in traction to detect neurovascular compromise.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in a hip spica cast. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Distention and vomiting indicate GI complications (e.g., ileus) in a hip spica cast, requiring assessment. Pulses are accessible, elevation is impractical, and ambulation is limited.
Question 3 of 5
During a physical examination of the 1-month-old, the nurse notes that the infant has blue sclerae. The nurse should further assess for signs and symptoms of which disorder?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blue sclerae are a hallmark of osteogenesis imperfecta due to thin connective tissue.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following evening snacks would the nurse encourage for the client with immobility due to the fractured hip?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Peanut butter and celery provide protein and healthy fats, supporting tissue repair and nutrition during immobility. Oranges offer vitamin C but less protein, while rice cakes and potato chips lack substantial nutritional value.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing the leg of a client in Russell's traction. Which area is it essential to assess?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the pedal area checks for circulation, sensation, and movement, critical in traction to detect neurovascular compromise.