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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT
What is a major difference between osteo and rheumatoid arthritis - ANSWER-
Osteoarthritis is local versus systemic
Which test is used for diagnosing osteoarthritis - ANSWER-X-rays
Which describes joint crepitation - ANSWER-Grating sound
What is a presenting symptom of hip osteoarthritis - ANSWER-Groin pain
What is a Herberdens node - ANSWER-Osteophyte formation
Which of the following is often found in degenerative disc disease - ANSWER-A normal
physical exam
Mrs. Rockwood is having more and more problems with her osteoarthritis her right
shoulder and back have been really bothering her she enjoys housekeeping and takes
pride in her clean house and is having difficulty getting it accomplished what would you
suggest - ANSWER-Space the cleaning out throughout the week cleaning one room Per
day
Mrs. Rockford is prescribed physical and occupational therapy is to help with her pain.
What information should the nurse include in teaching? - ANSWER-Take oral pain
medication 45 minutes before your therapy session
What is a management goal of osteoarthritis - ANSWER-Maintain joint function and
mobility
What is an advantage of NSAIDS WITH COX2 selectivity - ANSWER-Les G.I. toxicity
Mrs. Myers a 57-year-old factory worker comes to the clinic complaining of right
shoulder pain for two days. Denies trauma. Start of the day after she cleaned the
kitchen cabinets. I sees her left hand to come her hair because of her pain. More
bothersome at night and has had to sleep in a recliner for comfort. She's on Synthroid
and has been on estrogen replacement for five years. She is prescribed NSAIDS what
shows understanding - ANSWER-I should take it with food
An MRI is ordered what should be included in pretest teaching - ANSWER-Remove all
jewelry
, An MRI shows osteoarthritis and right shoulder what might be expected method of
treatment - ANSWER-Heat or ice
How would you describe what a trapeze bar on the bed is. For a total shoulder patient -
ANSWER-Using the trapeze bar allows you to move yourself around in bed by using
only the unaffected arm
What position after a total shoulder arthroplasty Should the shoulder be placed in -
ANSWER-A sling
Discharge teaching plan for a total left shoulder regarding future restriction - ANSWER-
With nothing other than a glass with your affected hand
If a patient feels they do not need to do exercises at home what is the best response -
ANSWER-Exercises will help your arm become strong
After a total left shoulder patient wants to know how she will perform her usual
household duties what is the best intervention - ANSWER-Assist her and her family and
the readjusting role expectations
If surgery becomes an indication for a shoulder what would be a treatment goal -
ANSWER-Improvement of function
What is a surgical procedure for shoulder arthritis - ANSWER-Hemi arthroplasty
What is a consideration of a complication of Osteoarthritis - ANSWER-Loss of joint
function
Mr. Baldwin has severe left shoulder arthritis related to repetitive heavy lifting at work.
He wants conservative treatment not surgery. What is a likely treatment option for Mr.
Baldwin - ANSWER-Corticosteroid injections
Which of the following will Mr. Baldwin likely need since is left is his dominant arm -
ANSWER-Therapy
Mrs. Ray is a 62-year-old female admitted post shoulder arthroplasty the nurse is
assisting her and placement of the sling how should the abduction sling be applied -
ANSWER-Across the hips and slightly forward
Patient education regarding Actonel should include - ANSWER-After taking this
medication you should remain in an upright position for at least 30 minutes
Bio phosphonate should be taken - ANSWER-On an empty stomach 30 minutes before
breakfast and then remain upright for at least 30 minutes
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT
What is a major difference between osteo and rheumatoid arthritis - ANSWER-
Osteoarthritis is local versus systemic
Which test is used for diagnosing osteoarthritis - ANSWER-X-rays
Which describes joint crepitation - ANSWER-Grating sound
What is a presenting symptom of hip osteoarthritis - ANSWER-Groin pain
What is a Herberdens node - ANSWER-Osteophyte formation
Which of the following is often found in degenerative disc disease - ANSWER-A normal
physical exam
Mrs. Rockwood is having more and more problems with her osteoarthritis her right
shoulder and back have been really bothering her she enjoys housekeeping and takes
pride in her clean house and is having difficulty getting it accomplished what would you
suggest - ANSWER-Space the cleaning out throughout the week cleaning one room Per
day
Mrs. Rockford is prescribed physical and occupational therapy is to help with her pain.
What information should the nurse include in teaching? - ANSWER-Take oral pain
medication 45 minutes before your therapy session
What is a management goal of osteoarthritis - ANSWER-Maintain joint function and
mobility
What is an advantage of NSAIDS WITH COX2 selectivity - ANSWER-Les G.I. toxicity
Mrs. Myers a 57-year-old factory worker comes to the clinic complaining of right
shoulder pain for two days. Denies trauma. Start of the day after she cleaned the
kitchen cabinets. I sees her left hand to come her hair because of her pain. More
bothersome at night and has had to sleep in a recliner for comfort. She's on Synthroid
and has been on estrogen replacement for five years. She is prescribed NSAIDS what
shows understanding - ANSWER-I should take it with food
An MRI is ordered what should be included in pretest teaching - ANSWER-Remove all
jewelry
, An MRI shows osteoarthritis and right shoulder what might be expected method of
treatment - ANSWER-Heat or ice
How would you describe what a trapeze bar on the bed is. For a total shoulder patient -
ANSWER-Using the trapeze bar allows you to move yourself around in bed by using
only the unaffected arm
What position after a total shoulder arthroplasty Should the shoulder be placed in -
ANSWER-A sling
Discharge teaching plan for a total left shoulder regarding future restriction - ANSWER-
With nothing other than a glass with your affected hand
If a patient feels they do not need to do exercises at home what is the best response -
ANSWER-Exercises will help your arm become strong
After a total left shoulder patient wants to know how she will perform her usual
household duties what is the best intervention - ANSWER-Assist her and her family and
the readjusting role expectations
If surgery becomes an indication for a shoulder what would be a treatment goal -
ANSWER-Improvement of function
What is a surgical procedure for shoulder arthritis - ANSWER-Hemi arthroplasty
What is a consideration of a complication of Osteoarthritis - ANSWER-Loss of joint
function
Mr. Baldwin has severe left shoulder arthritis related to repetitive heavy lifting at work.
He wants conservative treatment not surgery. What is a likely treatment option for Mr.
Baldwin - ANSWER-Corticosteroid injections
Which of the following will Mr. Baldwin likely need since is left is his dominant arm -
ANSWER-Therapy
Mrs. Ray is a 62-year-old female admitted post shoulder arthroplasty the nurse is
assisting her and placement of the sling how should the abduction sling be applied -
ANSWER-Across the hips and slightly forward
Patient education regarding Actonel should include - ANSWER-After taking this
medication you should remain in an upright position for at least 30 minutes
Bio phosphonate should be taken - ANSWER-On an empty stomach 30 minutes before
breakfast and then remain upright for at least 30 minutes
