In which order should the nurse assess a patient complaining of pain in both knees? Place in order of priority.
Choice 1. measurement of muscle mass
Choice 2. range of motion
Choice 3. inspection
Choice 4. palpation
Question 2The height of a female patient has decreased 1 inch over the last year. The patient is concerned and asks the nurse, What is happening to me? How should the nurse respond to the patient?
1. Everybody gets shorter as they get older.
2. There is no need to worry; you only lost 1 inch since last year. You probably won't lose much more than that.
3. There can be several causes for the loss of height, but as we age, bone mass decreases and the spinal column shortens.
4. There could be something wrong, so you should discuss it with your physician.
Question 3The nurse is instructing a patient about preparations needed for an electromyogram. Which patient statement indicates that further teaching is required?
1. I will not smoke any cigarettes up to three hours before the test.
2. It will be all right to have a glass of water before the test.
3. I can take my Flexaril before having my test so that my back won't hurt.
4. I can take my lisinopril the night before my test for my blood pressure.
Question 4The nurse would document unable to assess for which patient in relation to performing Phalen's test?
1. a patient with a long leg cast
2. a patient with an above-the-elbow amputation
3. a patient wearing compression stockings
4. a patient with osteoarthritis of the hips
Question 5The nurse is assessing an older patient's musculoskeletal status. What should the nurse consider as normal findings for this patient?
Select all that apply.
1. decreased bone mass and minerals
2. increased calcium reabsorption
3. atrophied muscle fibers
4. elongated vertebrae
5. decreased range of motion
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