NURS 612 Exam 3 Maryville University Musculoskeletal
System Complete Exam Review and Study Guide
1. What is the definition of a dislocation in relation to joint injuries?
A dislocation is a fracture of the bone at the joint.
A dislocation is swelling in the joint area.
A dislocation is the displacement of a bone from its normal joint
position.
A dislocation is a tear in a ligament around a joint.
2. Describe how carpal tunnel syndrome affects hand function.
Carpal tunnel syndrome affects the muscles in the forearm, causing
weakness in grip strength.
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes inflammation in the wrist, resulting in
increased strength.
Carpal tunnel syndrome compresses the median nerve, leading to
pain and numbness that can impair hand function.
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that only affects the fingers
without impacting the wrist.
3. What type of condition is ankylosing spondylitis?
A type of bone fracture
A type of inflammatory arthritis
A type of muscle disorder
A type of degenerative joint disease
,4. Which is most commonly associated with a gibbus deformity?
AS
OA
Tuberculosis
RA
5. Describe the significance of the Bulge sign in evaluating knee health.
The Bulge sign indicates a meniscus tear.
The Bulge sign is used to diagnose patellar dislocation.
The Bulge sign helps to identify the presence of joint effusion in the
knee.
The Bulge sign assesses ACL integrity.
6. If a patient presents with lower back pain and limited hip extension, how
would the results of the Femoral Stretch Test influence your treatment plan?
The results would suggest a focus on strengthening the quadriceps.
The results would lead to a referral for imaging studies.
The results would indicate the need for surgical intervention.
The results would guide the incorporation of hip flexor stretching
exercises into the treatment plan.
7. If an athlete experiences a muscle strain during a game, what immediate
action should be taken to manage the injury?
Apply the RICE method (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation).
Perform stretching exercises to alleviate pain.
, Use heat therapy immediately to relax the muscle.
Continue playing to strengthen the muscle.
8. An 80-year-old female presents to your clinic to establish care and receive
her preventative health exam for the year. She has a history significant for
hypertension, osteoporosis, GERD, and seasonal allergies. Her vitals are
within normal limits. As she stands up to move over to the exam table for her
physical exam, you notice that she is moderately hunched forward with a
curve to her spine. What is this finding consistent with?
Kyphosis
Scoliosis
Spinal stenosis
Lordosis
9. Describe how kyphosis differs from other spinal conditions such as scoliosis.
Kyphosis is characterized by a forward curvature of the spine, while
scoliosis involves a sideways curvature.
Kyphosis affects only the lower back, whereas scoliosis affects the
upper back.
System Complete Exam Review and Study Guide
1. What is the definition of a dislocation in relation to joint injuries?
A dislocation is a fracture of the bone at the joint.
A dislocation is swelling in the joint area.
A dislocation is the displacement of a bone from its normal joint
position.
A dislocation is a tear in a ligament around a joint.
2. Describe how carpal tunnel syndrome affects hand function.
Carpal tunnel syndrome affects the muscles in the forearm, causing
weakness in grip strength.
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes inflammation in the wrist, resulting in
increased strength.
Carpal tunnel syndrome compresses the median nerve, leading to
pain and numbness that can impair hand function.
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that only affects the fingers
without impacting the wrist.
3. What type of condition is ankylosing spondylitis?
A type of bone fracture
A type of inflammatory arthritis
A type of muscle disorder
A type of degenerative joint disease
,4. Which is most commonly associated with a gibbus deformity?
AS
OA
Tuberculosis
RA
5. Describe the significance of the Bulge sign in evaluating knee health.
The Bulge sign indicates a meniscus tear.
The Bulge sign is used to diagnose patellar dislocation.
The Bulge sign helps to identify the presence of joint effusion in the
knee.
The Bulge sign assesses ACL integrity.
6. If a patient presents with lower back pain and limited hip extension, how
would the results of the Femoral Stretch Test influence your treatment plan?
The results would suggest a focus on strengthening the quadriceps.
The results would lead to a referral for imaging studies.
The results would indicate the need for surgical intervention.
The results would guide the incorporation of hip flexor stretching
exercises into the treatment plan.
7. If an athlete experiences a muscle strain during a game, what immediate
action should be taken to manage the injury?
Apply the RICE method (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation).
Perform stretching exercises to alleviate pain.
, Use heat therapy immediately to relax the muscle.
Continue playing to strengthen the muscle.
8. An 80-year-old female presents to your clinic to establish care and receive
her preventative health exam for the year. She has a history significant for
hypertension, osteoporosis, GERD, and seasonal allergies. Her vitals are
within normal limits. As she stands up to move over to the exam table for her
physical exam, you notice that she is moderately hunched forward with a
curve to her spine. What is this finding consistent with?
Kyphosis
Scoliosis
Spinal stenosis
Lordosis
9. Describe how kyphosis differs from other spinal conditions such as scoliosis.
Kyphosis is characterized by a forward curvature of the spine, while
scoliosis involves a sideways curvature.
Kyphosis affects only the lower back, whereas scoliosis affects the
upper back.
