Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal Knowledge Quiz

Test your understanding of musculoskeletal disorders and care with our engaging quiz! This quiz challenges your knowledge on conditions like osteoporosis, congenital hip dysplasia, and juvenile arthritis. Perfect for students and healthcare professionals alike.

Key Features:

Multiple choice questions
Focus on pediatric musculoskeletal conditions
Assess your knowledge and learn as you go!

15 Questions4 MinutesCreated by DiagnosingDoctor42

An osteoporosis syndrome characterized by bone deformities and excessive bone fractures:

A. Juvenile arthritis

B. Talipes equinovarus

C. Osteogenesis imperfecta

D. Developmental hip dysplasia

What is the rationale for elevating an extremity after a soft tissue injury such as a sprained ankle?

A. Elevation increases the pain threshold

B. Elevation increases metabolism in the tissues

C. Elevation produces deep tissue vasodilation.

D. Elevation reduces edema formation.

Which of the following findings is consistent with congenital hip dysplasia?

A. Symmetrical gluteal folds

B. Limited abduction of the legs

C. Steady gait

D. Normal length of the legs

The nurse examines a newborn to detect the presence of congenital hip dysplasia. She gently adducts the hip while applying a posterior force on the knee. This is known as:

A. Ortolani sign

B. Barlow sign

C. Trendelenburg sign

D. Galeazzi sign

With the same patient, the nurse bent the knees and noticed a difference in the knee height. This is known as:

A. Ortolani sign

B. Barlow sign

C. Trendelenburg sign

D. Galeazzi sign

Which of the following is the priority intervention for an immobilized child?

A. Inspect for signs of infection

B. Change position at least times a day

C. Assess circulation to toes

D. Protect cast edges with waterproof adhesive tapes

The nurse is preparing a discharge plan for a child with hip spica cast. Which of the following interverntion the nurse should include:

A. Prevent small toys or food from slipping under the cast

B. Observe for signs of bleeding

C. Protect cast edges with cotton cloth

D. Use blow drier for cast care

To provide emotional needs to an 8-month-old infant with hip spica cast, the parents should:

A. Avoid touching the infant to prevent disruption of the healing process

B. Pick up and cuddle the infant only while sleeping

C. Prohibit parents from playing with the child

D. Use touch as much as possible

A spica cast was put on Baby Betty after an unfortunate incident to immobilize her hips and thighs; which of the following is the priority nursing action immediately after application?

A. Keep the cast dry and clean.

B. Cover the perineal area.

C. Elevate the cast.

D. Perform neurovascular checks

Veronica is a 14-year-old girl who wears a brace for structural scoliosis; which of the following statements indicate effective use of the brace?

A. “I sure am glad that I only have to wear this awful thing at night.”

B. “I’m really glad that I can take this thing off whenever I get tired.”

C. “I wonder if I can take the brace off when I go to the homecoming dance.”

D. “I’ll look forward to taking this thing off to take my bath every day.”

Nurse Cheryl is assessing Fred, a 14-year-old boy who had scoliosis; besides checking neurologic status directly after Harrington rod instrumentation and spinal fusion, she should be regarded with which of the following factors?

A. Comfort level

B. Dietary tolerance

C. Physical therapy needs

D. Understanding of the procedure

What is the type of congenital hip dislocation wherein the femur head is partially displaced?

A. Acetubular

B. Subluxation

C. Dislocation

D. Equinovarus

A 14-year-old adolescent is diagnosed as having idiopathic scioliosis. Because exercise and avoidance of fatigue are essential components of care, which sport should the nurse suggest will be most therapeutic for this preadolescent?

A. Golf

B. Bowling

C. Swimming

D. Badminton

14. Ann is a 14-year-old patient diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. She complains of inflamed right knee and ankle, and a low grade fever. This type is known as:

A. Polyarticular

B. Pauciarticular

C. Systemic

D. Syndromic