Ignatavicius & Workman: Medical-Surgical Nursing: Critical Thinking for Collaborative Care, 4th Edition
Self-Assessment Questions
Chapter 50: Assessment of the Musculoskeletal System
1. Which statement regarding bones and their structure is true?
A. The sesamoid bone is the most common type of bone.
B. After puberty, bone reaches its maximal growth.
C. In later years, bone reabsorption accelerates.
D. Bone is avascular tissue.
Correct Answer: B
2. Which of the following muscle assessment findings alerts the nurse to the possibility of bone or joint problems?
A. Joint pain at rest
B. Muscle atrophy in one extremity
C. Generalized decreased body muscle mass
D. Bilateral hypertrophy of paired muscle groups
Correct Answer: B
3. In assessing the client, the nurse observes that the client’s left hip is higher than the right hip. For what type of musculoskeletal problem should the nurse further assess?
A. Lordosis
B. Scoliosis
C. Kyphosis
D. Arthrodesis
Correct Answer: B
4. The client recovering from a fractured femur has a serum calcium level of 10.6 mg/dL. What is the nurse’s best action?
A. Assess the client’s muscle strength.
B. Institute seizure precautions.
C. Notify the physician.
D. Document the results.
Correct Answer: D
5. The client scheduled for an arthrography informs the nurse of the following allergies. Which one should the nurse report to the physician immediately?
A. Shellfish
B. Penicillin
C. Bee stings
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: A
6. To which group should you encourage monitoring to slow the process of osteoporosis?
A. African-American women
B. Native American women
C. Asian-American women
D. Caucasian women
Correct Answer: D
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