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NUR 1024: NCLEX Questions for Osteoarthritis

NUR 1024: NCLEX Questions for Osteoarthritis Latest Update Graded A+ Which of the following is a common physical therapy treatment for osteoarthritis? A) Range-of-motion exercises B) Spinal adjustments C) Heavy weightlifting D) Stretching beyond the joint’s normal range What is the goal of using topical analgesics for osteoarthritis? A) To relieve localized pain and reduce inflammation B) To increase bone density C) To decrease joint swelling systemically D) To prevent the devel...

NUR 1024: NCLEX Questions on Fractures Latest Update Already Passed What is the primary goal in the immediate management of a patient with a compound fracture? - A) Immobilize the fracture site - B) Administer pain medication - C) Perform surgical reduction - D) Apply ice to the injury A) Immobilize the fracture site *Rationale:* The primary goal is to immobilize the fracture site to prevent further injury and reduce the risk of complications, such as infection or worsening of the f...

NUR 1024: NCLEX Questions on Fractures..

A client fell off a ladder and the healthcare provider suspects a fracture of the right wrist. Which manifestation should the nurse anticipate observing in the client? (Select all that apply.) A. Crepitus B. Visible deformity C. Pain D. Cyanosis of nail beds E. Absence of radial pulse - ANSWER-Answer: A, B, C Rationale: The manifestations of a fracture include visible deformity, swelling, pain, numbness, crepitus, hypovolemic shock, muscle spasms, or ecchymosis. A complication of a fractur...

The nurse is teaching a class about the joints commonly affected by osteoarthritis (OA). Which joints should the nurse include? A. Ankles, feet, and spine B. Knees, feet, and spine C. Hands, knees, and hips D. Neck, shoulders, and ankles - ANSWER-Answer: C Rationale: Hands, knees, and hips are the most commonly affected joints of OA. Feet, spine, neck, shoulders, and ankles are not the most common locations. After performing a physical assessment, the nurse suspects that a client is expe...

The nurse is teaching a group of older adults about risk factors related to hip fractures. Which information should the nurse include in the presentation? (Select all that apply.) A. Arthritis B. Lack of physical activity C. Osteoporosis D. Tobacco use E.Calcium deficiency - ANSWER-Answer: B, C, D, E Rationale: Risk factors for hip fractures include lack of physical activity; deficiency in calcium or vitamin D; tobacco and alcohol use; and osteoporosis. Arthritis is not considered a risk f...