NCLEX-PN
Musculoskeletal NCLEX Questions with Rationale Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which statement indicates that the client understands the restrictions to be followed?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding crossing legs prevents adduction of the hip, which could lead to dislocation after total hip replacement. The other restrictions are less critical or inaccurate.
Question 2 of 5
Which substances should the nurse advise the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Tobacco and carbonated beverages reduce bone density, worsening osteoporosis.
Question 3 of 5
The 32-year-old male client with a traumatic left AKA is being discharged from the rehabilitation department. Which discharge instructions should be included in the teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Reporting unrelieved pain, high-protein diet, rehab appointments, and support groups promote healing and adaptation. Staying home hinders recovery and socialization.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer subcutaneous Lovenox, a low molecular weight heparin. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lovenox is administered in the anterolateral abdomen for optimal absorption. aPTT is for unfractionated heparin, fluids are unrelated, and vitamin K affects warfarin.
Question 5 of 5
Which statement indicates that the client understands the restrictions to be followed?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding crossing legs prevents adduction of the hip, which could lead to dislocation after total hip replacement. The other restrictions are less critical or inaccurate.