NCLEX-PN
Musculoskeletal Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which intervention should the nurse implement for a client with a fractured hip in Buck’s traction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking skin under the Velcro boot prevents irritation or breakdown in Buck’s traction. Insertion sites and plaster are for skeletal traction, and weights must remain constant.
Question 2 of 5
On the basis of the nurse's knowledge of the client's culture and beliefs, which statement regarding the health-seeking behavior is probably most accurate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hispanic clients may initially rely on home remedies due to cultural practices, seeking medical care when these fail, especially if pain (e.g., bursitis) impacts self-image or function.
Question 3 of 5
What should the nurse emphasize when preparing to teach the child and family about the treatment for Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The primary goal of treatment for Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease is to achieve a pain-free joint with full range of motion.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a class to pregnant teenagers. Which information is most important when discussing ways to prevent osteoporosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Staying active (weight-bearing exercise) during pregnancy builds bone density, preventing future osteoporosis. Calcium supplements are secondary, low-calcium diets are harmful, and age misconception ignores prevention.
Question 5 of 5
The client is taken to the emergency department with an injury to the left arm. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing capillary refill evaluates neurovascular status, the priority in arm injury to detect compromise. Clothing removal, x-rays, and casting follow assessment.