Chapter 35 and 36 Questions I got Wrong

A nurse is caring for a client whose cancer metastasis has resulted in bone pain. What should the nurse expect the client to describe?

A dull, deep ache that is "boring" in nature

A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing peripheral neurovascular dysfunction. Which assessment findings are most consistent with this diagnosis?

Absence of feeling, capillary refill of 4 to 5 seconds, and cool skin

A nurse is providing care for a client whose pattern of laboratory testing reveals long-standing hypocalcemia. Which other laboratory result is most consistent with this finding?

An elevated parathyroid hormone level Rationale: In the response to low calcium levels in the blood, increased levels of parathyroid hormone prompt the mobilization of calcium and the demineralization of bone. Increased calcitonin levels would exacerbate hypocalcemia. Vitamin D levels do not increase in response to low calcium levels. Potassium levels would likely be unaffected.

A public health nurse is organizing a campaign that will address the leading cause of musculoskeletal-related disability. The nurse should focus on what health problem?

Arthritis

A client has symptoms of osteoporosis and is being assessed during an annual physical examination. The assessment shows that the client will require further testing related to a possible exacerbation of osteoporosis. The nurse should anticipate which diagnostic test?

Bone densitometry

A nurse is taking a health history on a client with musculoskeletal dysfunction. What should the nurse prioritize during this phase of the assessment?

Evaluating the effects of the musculoskeletal disorder on the client's function

The nurse's comprehensive assessment of an older adult involves the assessment of the client's gait. How should the nurse best perform this assessment?

Instruct the client to walk away from the nurse for a short distance and then toward the nurse.

Kyphosis

an increase in the convex curvature of the spine

Lordosis

is an increase in lumbar curvature of the spine