NUR2356 MDC 1 Exam 2 (100 OUT OF 100) Questions and Answers (Latest Update) Rasmussen

NUR2356 MDC 1 Exam 2 (100 OUT OF 100) Questions and Answers (Latest Update) Rasmussen Section A: Multiple Choice Questions 1. What type of cells break down old tissue? o a) Osteoblasts o b) Osteoclasts o c) Chondrocytes o d) Myocytes Answer: b) Osteoclasts 2. Which of the following is an example of a hinge joint? o a) Shoulder o b) Hip o c) Elbow and Knee o d) Ankle Answer: c) Elbow and Knee 3. The ability to carry out activities is known as: o a) Endurance o b) Fitness o c) Strength o d) Mobility Answer: b) Fitness 4. Bending forward at the waist or neck is a good way to maintain posture. o a) True o b) False Answer: b) False 5. Wearing high-heels helps with posture. o a) True o b) False Answer: b) False 6. What is important to communicate to a patient who has weakness? o a) Use a cane o b) Keep a good base of support o c) Avoid movement o d) Walk slowly Answer: b) Keep a good base of support 7. What is the purpose of performing range of motion (ROM) exercises? o a) Increase flexibility o b) Improve blood circulation o c) Helps maintain muscle tone and strength o d) Reduce joint pain Answer: c) Helps maintain muscle tone and strength 8. A patient bends at the knees while performing an exercise with PT. What motion is that? o a) Extension o b) Flexion o c) Abduction o d) Rotation Answer: b) Flexion 9. A sedentary lifestyle does not affect us. o a) True o b) False Answer: b) False 10. Osteoarthritis is associated with crepitus due to the loss of bone particles. • a) True • b) False Answer: a) True 11. Which of the following has a significant consequence on overall health? • a) Diet • b) Sleep • c) Mobility • d) Hydration Answer: c) Mobility 12. Immobility can cause which type of musculoskeletal damage? • a) Contractures • b) Foot drop • c) Muscle atrophy • d) Joint stiffness Answer: b) Foot drop ________________________________________ Section B: Fill in the Blanks 1. A good nursing intervention to reduce the risk of atelectasis is to encourage coughing, deep breathing, and turning. 2. Adding vitamins and minerals helps the immobile patient prevent muscle mass reduction. 3. A way to prevent urinary complications in an immobile patient is bladder training. 4. The semi-lateral position is also known as Sim's position. 5. An abduction pillow is used to prevent internal rotation of the hip. 6. A well-rounded fitness program includes stretching before and after exercise and movement against resistance. 7. Passive ROM exercises are done when a patient cannot move on their own. 8. The most common method of reducing and immobilizing a fracture is open reduction internal fixation. 9. Immobility of the GI system can cause constipation. 10. Interventions for an immobile client include ROM exercises, repositioning, and keeping the patient clean and dry. ________________________________________ Section C: True or False 1. A patient should lift the walker and move it forward 6-12 inches in front of them. o a) True o b) False Answer: a) True 2. Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure on the median nerve due to repetitive stress injury. o a) True o b) False Answer: a) True 3. The first bone healing stage takes up to 72 hours. o a) True o b) False Answer: a) True 4. Fat embolism is most common after hip or pelvis fractures. o a) True o b) False Answer: a) True 5. Aftercast removal, it is normal to see dry skin, reduced strength, edema, and decreased size. o a) True o b) False Answer: a) True ________________________________________ Section D: Short Answer 1. What is the purpose of sequential compression socks? Answer: Promote venous return from legs. 2. What exercise is recommended to improve flexibility? Answer: Stretching. 3. How do you treat a sprained ankle? Answer: RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation). 4. Name three interventions to incorporate into the care plan for osteoporosis. Answer: Calcium supplements with vitamin D, weight-bearing exercise, smoking cessation. 5. What is a cataract? Answer: The opacity of the lens of the eye. 6. What causes sensorineural hearing loss? Answer: Exposure to loud noises, ototoxic medications. 7. What is the medical term for ringing in the ears? Answer: Tinnitus. 8. What are some important nursing considerations for a blind patient? Answer: Introduce yourself each time you enter the room, announce when you arrive and leave, remove rugs and obstacles. ________________________________________ Section E: Additional Questions 1. What is the primary concern for a nurse caring for a patient after a fracture? Answer: Prevention of neurovascular complications. 2. What is the best position to prevent shock? Answer: Supine. 3. How can a nurse control bleeding from a fracture? Answer: Apply pressure above the site. 4. What are the signs of acute compartment syndrome? Answer: Increased edema, pain, weak pulse, and discoloration. 5. What is the definition of myopia? Answer: The ability to see close objects clearly but distant objects appear blurry. 6. What is the term used for tissue death due to lack of blood supply? Answer: Avascular necrosis. 7. What interventions help maintain the respiratory system of an immobilized patient? Answer: Encourage deep breathing and coughing every 1-2 hours, sitting up. 8. What does the orthopneic position help with? Answer: Promotes breathing and prevents atelectasis. 9. What test is used to measure intraocular pressure? Answer: Tonometry. 10. What is a positive effect of mobility on the cardiovascular system? Answer: Improved blood supply to muscles and increased cardiac output.