NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions Musculoskeletal Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client with carpal tunnel syndrome how best to utilize a wrist splint. Which statement is most appropriate for the nurse to include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C. Although the splint decreases swelling and promotes healing and is necessary in the management of the pain with carpal tunnel syndrome, it should be removed intermittently during the day to exercise the wrist and bathe.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse, caring for the client who had bilateral THRs 2 days ago, determines that the client will need a referral to manage exercises and stairs when at home. The nurse should plan to initiate a referral with which interdisciplinary team member?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C. The physical therapist is the team member with expertise to assist in exercises and ambulating with assistive devices.
Question 3 of 5
The physician orders prednisone for a client with rheumatoid arthritis for painful wrists and joints. Which instruction is it essential for the nurse to give the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking prednisone with food or milk reduces gastrointestinal irritation, a key instruction for safe administration.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse advises the client on the need for maintenance of the bandage. When should the nurse advise the client with a sprained ankle to rewrap the elastic bandage?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Swollen toes indicate compromised circulation or inadequate compression, necessitating rewrapping to ensure proper fit and pressure. Pink toes suggest normal circulation, pain may not always indicate bandage issues, and joint stiffness is expected with a sprain but not directly related to bandage maintenance.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse teaches the trainers that adolescent soccer players are at increased risk for which abnormality?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adolescent soccer players are at risk for varus knee deformities due to repetitive stress on the knees.