ADN 2 FINAL Verified Exam Questions and Answers Latest update
2026/2027
Question:
What does "shortening" of the leg indicate?
Answer:
Can indicate a hip fracture or muscle contracture
Question:
Name the treatment for effussion.
Answer:
Arthrocentesis
Question:
Define effusion.
Answer:
Abnormal accumulation of fluid in a body cavity
Question:
What is arthrocentesis?
Answer:
Aspiration of the joint to remove excess fluid
Question:
Psychosocial aspects to rehab.
Answer:
The health care team needs to communicate a positive attitude to facilitate acceptance and
participation in rehabilitation (multidisciplinary team) Main Goal: Helps the pt achieve the highest
possible level of function and participation in life activities.
Question:
Education prior to cast application.
Answer:
Explanation of condition necessitating the cast
- Purpose and goals of the cast
- Expectations during the casting process (HEAT FROM HARDENING PLASTER. CAST CAN
FEEL WARM AT FIRST. KEEP DRY. KEEP BODY PART ELEVATED)
,Question:
Cast care.
Answer:
Keep dry, do not cover with plastic
- Elevate extremity with the use of slings
- Hygiene: keep surrounding skin clean & dry
- DO NOT scratch or stick anything under/in cast
- CUSHION rough edges
Question:
What s/s should a pt with a cast report?
Answer:
persistent pain or swelling
- Changes in sensation
- Movement
- Skin color or temperature
- Signs of infection or pressure areas
- CMS (Circulation, motor, sensory)
Question:
CMS.
Answer:
Circulation Motor Sensory
Question:
What needs to be assessed prior to cast application?
Answer:
General health assessment
- Emotional status
- Presenting s/s & condition of area
- Pain
, Question:
Interventions surrounding hip dislocations/hip surgery.
Answer:
Use aseptic technique with dressing changes
- Avoid or minimize use of indwelling catheters
- Orient pt to & stabilize environment
- Provide for pt safety
- Encourage participation in self care
- Encourage coughing & deep breathing exercises
- Ensure adequate hydration
- Apply TED hose or SCDs as prescribed
- Encourage ankle exercises
- Pt & family teaching
- Supporting Coping: provide & reinforce info, encourage pt to express concerns, support coping
mechanisms, encourage pt to participate in decision making and planning, consult social services or
other supportive care services
Question:
Precautions surrounding hip dislocations/hip surgery.
Answer:
Use of an abduction pillow to prevent hip dislocation after total hip replacement
- Positioning of the leg in abduction to prevent dislocation of prosthesis
- DO NOT flex hip more than 90 degrees
- Avoid internal rotation
- Check dressing frequently, monitor & record drainage
- Monitor labs, neurovascular status
- provide EARLY ambulation
- Pt should be in a supine position with their head slightly elevated and the affected leg in a
neutral position
- Pt not to cross legs
Question:
Complications surrounding hip dislocations/hip surgery.
Answer:
Hip dislocation
- Anemia
- Infection
- Neurovascular compromise
- Venous thromboembolism DVT
2026/2027
Question:
What does "shortening" of the leg indicate?
Answer:
Can indicate a hip fracture or muscle contracture
Question:
Name the treatment for effussion.
Answer:
Arthrocentesis
Question:
Define effusion.
Answer:
Abnormal accumulation of fluid in a body cavity
Question:
What is arthrocentesis?
Answer:
Aspiration of the joint to remove excess fluid
Question:
Psychosocial aspects to rehab.
Answer:
The health care team needs to communicate a positive attitude to facilitate acceptance and
participation in rehabilitation (multidisciplinary team) Main Goal: Helps the pt achieve the highest
possible level of function and participation in life activities.
Question:
Education prior to cast application.
Answer:
Explanation of condition necessitating the cast
- Purpose and goals of the cast
- Expectations during the casting process (HEAT FROM HARDENING PLASTER. CAST CAN
FEEL WARM AT FIRST. KEEP DRY. KEEP BODY PART ELEVATED)
,Question:
Cast care.
Answer:
Keep dry, do not cover with plastic
- Elevate extremity with the use of slings
- Hygiene: keep surrounding skin clean & dry
- DO NOT scratch or stick anything under/in cast
- CUSHION rough edges
Question:
What s/s should a pt with a cast report?
Answer:
persistent pain or swelling
- Changes in sensation
- Movement
- Skin color or temperature
- Signs of infection or pressure areas
- CMS (Circulation, motor, sensory)
Question:
CMS.
Answer:
Circulation Motor Sensory
Question:
What needs to be assessed prior to cast application?
Answer:
General health assessment
- Emotional status
- Presenting s/s & condition of area
- Pain
, Question:
Interventions surrounding hip dislocations/hip surgery.
Answer:
Use aseptic technique with dressing changes
- Avoid or minimize use of indwelling catheters
- Orient pt to & stabilize environment
- Provide for pt safety
- Encourage participation in self care
- Encourage coughing & deep breathing exercises
- Ensure adequate hydration
- Apply TED hose or SCDs as prescribed
- Encourage ankle exercises
- Pt & family teaching
- Supporting Coping: provide & reinforce info, encourage pt to express concerns, support coping
mechanisms, encourage pt to participate in decision making and planning, consult social services or
other supportive care services
Question:
Precautions surrounding hip dislocations/hip surgery.
Answer:
Use of an abduction pillow to prevent hip dislocation after total hip replacement
- Positioning of the leg in abduction to prevent dislocation of prosthesis
- DO NOT flex hip more than 90 degrees
- Avoid internal rotation
- Check dressing frequently, monitor & record drainage
- Monitor labs, neurovascular status
- provide EARLY ambulation
- Pt should be in a supine position with their head slightly elevated and the affected leg in a
neutral position
- Pt not to cross legs
Question:
Complications surrounding hip dislocations/hip surgery.
Answer:
Hip dislocation
- Anemia
- Infection
- Neurovascular compromise
- Venous thromboembolism DVT
