NURS622 Case Study: Musculoskeletal System Exam
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The nurse begins the assessment as the client ambulates in the hallway. What observations
should the nurse make while the client is walking to the exam room? (Select all that apply.)
A. Fine motor function
B. Posture
C. Gait
D. Bone Density
E. Balance - ANSWER B, C, E
-Observation of the client's posture can be completed while the client is ambulating. This
assessment provides useful data related to musculoskeletal function.
-Observation of the client's gait can be completed while the client is ambulating. This
assessment provides useful data related to musculoskeletal function.
Observation of the client's balance can be completed while the client is ambulating. This
assessment provides useful data related to musculoskeletal function.
Once the client is settled in the exam room, which action by the nurse has the highest
priority?
A. Obtain more in-depth information about the client's osteoporosis management.
B. Review the client's medical record for any history of bone or spinal fractures.
, C. Gather data about the nature, location, and duration of the client's back pain.
D. Compare bilateral muscle strength & tone in the client's lower extremities. - ANSWER C
Back pain can be a symptom of a variety of health problems. To ensure basic safety and
homeostasis, it is most important for the nurse to obtain information related to the client's
report of pain. Pain pattern gives clues about the cause of the pain directs its treatment.
The client places their hand over the lumbar area to show the nurse the location of their pain
and rates it at a 7 on a 1-to-10 scale. The nurse consults the electronic medication
administration record and notes a prescription for an anti-inflammatory medication.
Indomethacin 50 mg capsules by mouth every 6 hours as needed for back pain is prescribed.
Indomethacin 25 mg capsules are available. How many capsules should the nurse administer?
(Enter the numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the whole number.) -
ANSWER desired/have
50mg/25mg =2 capsules
Because of the client's history of knee pain and current report of low back pain, which nursing
action is most useful in developing an initial plan of care for the client?
A. Obtain a family medical history.
B. Complete a functional assessment.
C. Observe for callus formation.
D. Ask about any recent weight gain. - ANSWER C
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The nurse begins the assessment as the client ambulates in the hallway. What observations
should the nurse make while the client is walking to the exam room? (Select all that apply.)
A. Fine motor function
B. Posture
C. Gait
D. Bone Density
E. Balance - ANSWER B, C, E
-Observation of the client's posture can be completed while the client is ambulating. This
assessment provides useful data related to musculoskeletal function.
-Observation of the client's gait can be completed while the client is ambulating. This
assessment provides useful data related to musculoskeletal function.
Observation of the client's balance can be completed while the client is ambulating. This
assessment provides useful data related to musculoskeletal function.
Once the client is settled in the exam room, which action by the nurse has the highest
priority?
A. Obtain more in-depth information about the client's osteoporosis management.
B. Review the client's medical record for any history of bone or spinal fractures.
, C. Gather data about the nature, location, and duration of the client's back pain.
D. Compare bilateral muscle strength & tone in the client's lower extremities. - ANSWER C
Back pain can be a symptom of a variety of health problems. To ensure basic safety and
homeostasis, it is most important for the nurse to obtain information related to the client's
report of pain. Pain pattern gives clues about the cause of the pain directs its treatment.
The client places their hand over the lumbar area to show the nurse the location of their pain
and rates it at a 7 on a 1-to-10 scale. The nurse consults the electronic medication
administration record and notes a prescription for an anti-inflammatory medication.
Indomethacin 50 mg capsules by mouth every 6 hours as needed for back pain is prescribed.
Indomethacin 25 mg capsules are available. How many capsules should the nurse administer?
(Enter the numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the whole number.) -
ANSWER desired/have
50mg/25mg =2 capsules
Because of the client's history of knee pain and current report of low back pain, which nursing
action is most useful in developing an initial plan of care for the client?
A. Obtain a family medical history.
B. Complete a functional assessment.
C. Observe for callus formation.
D. Ask about any recent weight gain. - ANSWER C
