Musculoskeletal Nclex Questions Study Guide Graded A+

What is the nurse's priority when doing an admission for a client who returned directly from the operating suite after a carpal tunnel repair? a. Monitor vital signs, including pulse oximetry. b. Check the surgical dressing to ensure it is intact. c. Assess neurovascular assessment in the affected arm. d. Monitor intake and output. {Ans: A.}Which aspect of postoperative management will the nurse plan to discuss with a client about to undergo an arthroscopic repair of the knee? A. Physical therapy for exercises B. Pharmacy for client medications C. Dietitian for nutrition D. Social work for care coordination {Ans: A.}The nurse is conducting a musculoskeletal history in an older adult client who requires a caregiver to perform all activities of daily living (ADLs). Which level of functioning does the nurse record in the client's history using Gordon's Functional Health Patterns? A.Level 0 B.Level II C. Level III D. Level IV {Ans: D.}Which diagnostic test requires the nurse to know whether the client is allergic to iodine-based contrast? A.Arthroscopy B.Computed tomography (CT) C. Electromyography (EMG) D. Tomography {Ans: B.}A client undergoes a surgical amputation of a lower extremity after a motor vehicle crash. The client's vital signs