NRSG 2300 Unit 14 Questions With Complete Solutions
A client has been in a motor vehicle collision. Radiographs
indicate a fractured humerus; the client is awaiting the casting of
the upper extremity and admission to the orthopedic unit. What
is the primary treatment for musculoskeletal trauma?
A. Enhancing complications
B. Immobilization
C. Surgical repair
D. External rotation Correct Answer B. Immobilization
A client has come to the orthopedic clinic for a follow-up
appointment 6 weeks after fracturing their ankle. Diagnostic
imaging reveals that bone union is not taking place. What factor
may have contributed to this complication?
A. Inadequate immobilization
B. Inadequate vitamin D intake
C. Bleeding at the injury site
D. Venous thromboembolism (VTE) Correct Answer A.
Inadequate immobilization
A client has had surgical repair of a hip injury after joint
manipulation was unsuccessful. After surgery, the nurse
implements measures to prevent complications. Which
complications is the nurse seeking to prevent? (Select all that
apply)
A. Pneumonia
B. Diarrhea
, C. Wound infection
D. Skin breakdown Correct Answer A. Pneumonia
C. Wound infection
D. Skin breakdown
A client has sustained a long bone fracture and the nurse is
preparing the client's care plan. Which of the following should
the nurse include in the care plan?
A. Administer corticosteroids as prescribed
B. Monitor temperature and pulses of the affected extremity
C. Administer vitamin D and calcium supplements as prescribed
D. Perform passive range of motion exercises as tolerated
Correct Answer B. Monitor temperature and pulses of the
affected extremity
A client has sustained a right tibial fracture and has just had a
cast applied. Which instruction should the nurse provide in
client cast care?
A. A foul smell from the cast is normal
B. Cover the cast with a blanket until the cast dries
C. Use a knitting needle to scratch itches inside the cast
D. Keep your right leg elevated above heart level Correct
Answer D. Keep your right leg elevated above heart level
A client is treated in the emergency department for acute muscle
strain in the left leg caused by trying a new exercise. During
discharge preparation, the nurse should provide which
instruction?
A client has been in a motor vehicle collision. Radiographs
indicate a fractured humerus; the client is awaiting the casting of
the upper extremity and admission to the orthopedic unit. What
is the primary treatment for musculoskeletal trauma?
A. Enhancing complications
B. Immobilization
C. Surgical repair
D. External rotation Correct Answer B. Immobilization
A client has come to the orthopedic clinic for a follow-up
appointment 6 weeks after fracturing their ankle. Diagnostic
imaging reveals that bone union is not taking place. What factor
may have contributed to this complication?
A. Inadequate immobilization
B. Inadequate vitamin D intake
C. Bleeding at the injury site
D. Venous thromboembolism (VTE) Correct Answer A.
Inadequate immobilization
A client has had surgical repair of a hip injury after joint
manipulation was unsuccessful. After surgery, the nurse
implements measures to prevent complications. Which
complications is the nurse seeking to prevent? (Select all that
apply)
A. Pneumonia
B. Diarrhea
, C. Wound infection
D. Skin breakdown Correct Answer A. Pneumonia
C. Wound infection
D. Skin breakdown
A client has sustained a long bone fracture and the nurse is
preparing the client's care plan. Which of the following should
the nurse include in the care plan?
A. Administer corticosteroids as prescribed
B. Monitor temperature and pulses of the affected extremity
C. Administer vitamin D and calcium supplements as prescribed
D. Perform passive range of motion exercises as tolerated
Correct Answer B. Monitor temperature and pulses of the
affected extremity
A client has sustained a right tibial fracture and has just had a
cast applied. Which instruction should the nurse provide in
client cast care?
A. A foul smell from the cast is normal
B. Cover the cast with a blanket until the cast dries
C. Use a knitting needle to scratch itches inside the cast
D. Keep your right leg elevated above heart level Correct
Answer D. Keep your right leg elevated above heart level
A client is treated in the emergency department for acute muscle
strain in the left leg caused by trying a new exercise. During
discharge preparation, the nurse should provide which
instruction?
