NCLEX-PN
Musculoskeletal Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which risk factor found in the client's medical record does the nurse identify as most significant for sustaining a hip fracture?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Postmenopausal status is the most significant risk factor for hip fractures due to estrogen loss, which accelerates bone density reduction, increasing fracture risk. Obesity, diabetes, and lactose intolerance are less directly related.
Question 2 of 5
The clinic nurse assesses a client with complaints of pain and numbness in the left hand and fingers. Which question should the nurse ask the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Repetitive movements are a primary cause of carpal tunnel syndrome, causing pain and numbness. Smoking, cold sensitivity, and tremors are unrelated.
Question 3 of 5
To immobilize the suspected fracture, how should the nurse apply a splint?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A suspected tibia fracture requires splinting from above the ankle to below the knee to stabilize the fracture site without unnecessarily immobilizing the hip or knee, which could restrict mobility or complicate transport.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for clients on an orthopedic floor. Which client should be assessed first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever, tachycardia, and tachypnea post-disk fusion suggest infection or complications, requiring urgent assessment. Mild pain, headache, and discharge are lower priority.