NCLEX-PN
Musculoskeletal Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which statement should the nurse include in the instructions for parents of an infant with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: OI causes brittle bones, so careful handling is essential to prevent fractures.
Question 2 of 5
The client diagnosed with OA is prescribed a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Which instruction should the nurse teach the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vomiting blood indicates GI bleeding, a serious NSAID side effect requiring immediate HCP notification. NSAIDs should be taken with food, tapering is not typical, and topical NSAIDs are distinct.
Question 3 of 5
Which most immediate treatment by the HCP should the nurse anticipate for a child with a dislocated kneecap?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Immediate treatment for a dislocated kneecap involves manual realignment to restore position.
Question 4 of 5
Which illustration demonstrates abduction for a 10-year-old who had an SCI?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Abduction involves moving a limb away from the body's midline, as shown in the correct illustration.
Question 5 of 5
Which nursing intervention is most appropriate for preventing a pathological fracture?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Supporting the limb prevents stress on weakened bone, reducing fracture risk.