Musculoskeletal System
plantar wart
foot disorder caused by a virus
corn
foot disorder caused by continual pressure over bony prominences
hammertoe
foot disorder caused by flexion and deformity of the joints
diarthrodial joints
freely moveable- knee and elbow
synarthrodial joint
immovable- cranial joint
thyroxine
increases the rate of protein synthesis in all types of tissue
osteomyelitis
infection of bone or bone marrow
bone atrophy
muscle biopsy
tendon
muscle to bone
Which nursing intervention prevents footdrop (results in an abnormal gait) in a client with osteomyelitis?
neutral positioning of the foot with the use of a splint
When teaching a client about their disease process, which term would the nurse use to describe bone loss greater than normal but less than that caused by osteoporosis?
osteopenia
pivot joints
permit rotation
amphiarthrodial joints
permit slight movement- pelvic joint
biaxial joints
permits gliding movement
ball and socket joints
permits movement in any direction
vitamin D and its metabolites
produced in the body and transported in the blood to promote the absorption of calcium and phosphorus from the small intestine
parathormone
promotes osteoclastic activity in a state of hypocalcemia
Which finding during a home health visit would prompt the nurse to provide a client with home safety instructions?
-area rugs on the floor -clogged, dirty fireplace -multiple electrical cords -polypharmacy -wheeled walker with uneven legs
What is used to detect carpal tunnel syndrome?
Phalen's test
bone tumor
a computed tomography
insulin
acts together with GH to build and maintain healthy bone tissue
Which hormone aids in regulating intestinal calcium and phosphorous absorption?
adrenal glucocorticoids- by increasing or decreasing protein metabolism
hinge joints
allows motion in one plane
Which instruction would the nurse provide an older client using ice and heat to treat pain from back strain?
apply for 30 minute time intervals
osteoarthritis
cartilage deterioration in the joints
Hallux rigidus
caused by osteoarthritis
When developing the plan of care for a client with rheumatoid arthritis, which client consideration would the nurse include?
comfort- pain is an all-encompassing and often demoralizing experience so client should be as pain free as possible
parathyroid hormone
secretion increases in response to decreased serum calcium concentration and stimulates the bones to promote osteoclastic activity
osteomalacia
softening of bones due to calcium or vitamin D deficiency
estrogen
stimulates bone building- osteoblastic activity
While providing care for a client with a second degree left ankle sprain, the nurse raises the injured part above heart level. Which statement describes the rationale behind this nursing action?
the prevent further edema
Which treatment is beneficial for a client with muscle spasm?
thermotherapy- uses heat to ease pain and muscle contraction
ligament
bone to bone
Which diagnostic study is used to detect deep vein thrombosis in the client's lower extremities?
duplex venous doppler
Which nursing intervention would the nurse implement when providing postoperative care for a client who has a below the knee amputation?
elevate residual leg slightly while keeping the knee joint straight for first 24hrs
A client returns form surgery, after right below the knee amputation, with residual limb straight but elevated on a pillow to prevent edema. In which position would the nurse place the client after the first postoperative day?
turn client to the prone position for 15 to 20 minutes at least three times a day- prevents hip flexion contractures
