NCLEX-PN
Musculoskeletal Questions NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which psychosocial problem should the nurse identify for a client with an external fixator device?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: External fixators alter appearance, causing body image disturbance. Coping, grieving, and communication are less specific without evidence.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a right total knee repair. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring the CPM machine ensures proper knee flexion/extension post-TKR. TED hose are standard, abductor pillows are for THR, and family ADL performance hinders independence.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for the client who had a surgical repair of a right Dupuytren's contracture. Which intervention should the nurse plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B. Independent self-care is impaired for a few days after surgery because the hand is bandaged. The nurse should plan that the client receive assistance with personal care and ADLs.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse explains that the primary reason for the client's increased risk for altered skin integrity due to a T12 SCI is which factor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Loss of sensation below T12 prevents the perception of skin irritants, increasing the risk of pressure ulcers.
Question 5 of 5
The nursing student is caring for the client who had a right TKR 1 day ago. Which action by the student requires the nurse to intervene?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C. Attempting to insert an abductor pillow may cause knee misalignment. An abductor pillow may be used for the client following a THR.