NU155 Exam 4 With Correct Answers

NU155 Exam 4 With Correct
Answers

Which of the following is true regarding arthrocentesis? - ANSWER -removes
blot, pus, or fluid from synovial (joint) cavity

-need consent form

-RICE is used to tx post-procedure




Which of the following is true regarding bone scans? - ANSWER -isotope is
excreted in feces & urine w/in 24 hrs (Increase fluids PO)

-requires consent form

-metal most be removed/pt lie still during

-IV radioactive isotope is used




which is true regarding strains? - ANSWER -partial or complete tearing of
muscles or tendons

-RICE is used immediately after injury

-commonly caused by trauma




Common cause of bursitis? - ANSWER injury or overuse

, which is true regarding sprains? - ANSWER -partial or complete ligaments

-Tx immediately w/ RICE

-commonly caused by trauma




Bursitis Tx - ANSWER -RICE

-NSAIDs or cortisone injection




Carpal tunnel syndrome Tx - ANSWER -steriod injections

-modifying repetitive movements

-rest/splinting

-surgery




what age-related changes occur in the musculoskeletal system? - ANSWER
-loss of muscle mass/tone

-thinning vertebral cartilage leads to shorter stature/posture

-thinning vertebral cartilage allows for "hunchback" or kyphosis

-crepitation of joints




how are fractures treated? - ANSWER -MD reestablishes union of