Musculoskeletal NCLEX Questions

Question 1 of 55

The 34-year-old male client presents to the outpatient clinic complaining of numbness and pain radiating down the left leg. Which further data should the nurse assess?

A. Posture and gait.

B. Bending and stooping.

C. Leg lifts and arm swing.

D. Waist twists and neck mobility.

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Question 2 of 55

The nurse is administering 0730 medications to clients on a medical orthopedic unit. Which medication should be administered first?

A. The daily cardiac glycoside to a client diagnosed with back pain and heart failure.

B. The routine insulin to a client diagnosed with neck strain and type 1 diabetes.

C. The oral proton pump inhibitor to a client scheduled for a laminectomy this a.m.

D. The fourth dose of IV antibiotic for a client diagnosed with a surgical infection.

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Question 3 of 55

Which client goal is most appropriate for a client diagnosed with OA?

A. Perform passive range-of-motion exercises.

B. Maintain optimal functional ability.

C. Client will walk three (3) miles every day.

D. Client will join a health club.

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Question 4 of 55

The client diagnosed with osteoporosis asks the nurse, 'Why does smoking cigarettes cause my bones to be brittle?' Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

A. Smoking causes nutritional deficiencies, which contribute to osteoporosis.'

B. Tobacco causes an increase in blood supply to the bones, causing osteoporosis.'

C. Smoking low-tar cigarettes will not cause your bones to become brittle.'

D. Nicotine impairs the absorption of calcium, causing decreased bone strength.'

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Question 5 of 55

The 84-year-old client is a resident in a long-term care facility. Which intervention should be implemented to help prevent complications secondary to osteoporosis?

A. Keep the bed in the high position.

B. Perform passive range-of-motion exercises.

C. Turn the client every two (2) hours.

D. Provide nighttime lights in the room.

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