Question 1

The physical assessment technique most frequently used to assess joint symmetry is:

Accepted Answer

A)  inspection. 
B)  palpation. 
C)  percussion. 
D)  the use of joint calipers. 
A)  inspection. 
B)  palpation. 
C)  percussion. 
D)  the use of joint calipers.

Question 2

Ulnar deviation and swan neck deformities are characteristics of:

Accepted Answer

A)  rheumatoid arthritis. 
B)  osteoarthritis. 
C)  osteoporosis. 
D)  congenital defects. 
A)  rheumatoid arthritis. 
B)  osteoarthritis. 
C)  osteoporosis. 
D)  congenital defects.

Question 3

The articulation of the radius and carpal bones is the:

Accepted Answer

A)  wrist. 
B)  elbow. 
C)  shoulder. 
D)  clavicle. 
A)  wrist. 
B)  elbow. 
C)  shoulder. 
D)  clavicle.

Question 4

A common finding in markedly obese patients and pregnant women is:

Accepted Answer

A)  kyphosis. 
B)  lordosis. 
C)  paraphimosis. 
D)  scoliosis. 
A)  kyphosis. 
B)  lordosis. 
C)  paraphimosis. 
D)  scoliosis.

Question 5

When the patient flexes forward at the waist, which spinal observation would lead you to suspect scoliosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prominent lumbar hump 
B)  Prominent cervical concave curve 
C)  Lateral curvature of the spine 
D)  Restricted ability to flex at the hips 
A)  Prominent lumbar hump 
B)  Prominent cervical concave curve 
C)  Lateral curvature of the spine 
D)  Restricted ability to flex at the hips

Question 6

Skeletal changes in older adults are the result of:

Accepted Answer

A)  increased bone deposition. 
B)  increased bone resorption. 
C)  decreased bone deposition. 
D)  decreased bone resorption. 
A)  increased bone deposition. 
B)  increased bone resorption. 
C)  decreased bone deposition. 
D)  decreased bone resorption.

Question 7

Cardinal signs for rheumatoid disorders include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Gradual onset 
B)  Weakness that is usually localized and not severe 
C)  Coarse crepitus on motion 
D)  Joint tenderness 
E)  Sleep disturbance 
A)  Gradual onset 
B)  Weakness that is usually localized and not severe 
C)  Coarse crepitus on motion 
D)  Joint tenderness 
E)  Sleep disturbance

Question 8

When palpating joints, crepitus may occur when:

Accepted Answer

A)  irregular bony surfaces rub together. 
B)  supporting muscles are excessively spastic. 
C)  joints are excessively lax. 
D)  there is excess fluid within the synovial membrane. 
A)  irregular bony surfaces rub together. 
B)  supporting muscles are excessively spastic. 
C)  joints are excessively lax. 
D)  there is excess fluid within the synovial membrane.

Question 9

A finding that is indicative of osteoarthritis is (are):

Accepted Answer

A)  swan neck deformities. 
B)  Bouchard nodes. 
C)  ganglions. 
D)  Heberden nodes. 
A)  swan neck deformities. 
B)  Bouchard nodes. 
C)  ganglions. 
D)  Heberden nodes.

Question 10

The tibia, fibula, and talus articulate to form the:

Accepted Answer

A)  ankle. 
B)  knee. 
C)  hip. 
D)  pelvis. 
A)  ankle. 
B)  knee. 
C)  hip. 
D)  pelvis.

Question 11

A goniometer is used to assess:

Accepted Answer

A)  bone maturity. 
B)  joint proportions. 
C)  range of motion. 
D)  muscle strength. 
A)  bone maturity. 
B)  joint proportions. 
C)  range of motion. 
D)  muscle strength.

The physical assessment technique most frequently used to assess joint symmetry is:

Ulnar deviation and swan neck deformities are characteristics of:

The articulation of the radius and carpal bones is the:

A common finding in markedly obese patients and pregnant women is:

When the patient flexes forward at the waist, which spinal observation would lead you to suspect scoliosis?

Skeletal changes in older adults are the result of:

Cardinal signs for rheumatoid disorders include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

When palpating joints, crepitus may occur when:

A finding that is indicative of osteoarthritis is (are):

The tibia, fibula, and talus articulate to form the:

A goniometer is used to assess:

The History and Interviewing Process

Cultural Competency

Examination Techniques and Equipment

Clinical Reasoning

Documentation

Vital Signs and Pain Assessment

Mental Status

Growth, Measurement, and Nutrition

Skin, Hair, and Nails

Lymphatic System

Head and Neck

Eyes

Ears, Nose, and Throat

Chest and Lungs

Heart

Blood Vessels

Breasts and Axillae

Abdomen

Female Genitalia

Male Genitalia

Anus, Rectum, and Prostate

Neurologic System

Sports Participation Evaluation

Putting it All Together

Emergency or Life-Threatening Situations

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Exam 22: Musculoskeletal System

The physical assessment technique most frequently used to assess joint symmetry is:

Ulnar deviation and swan neck deformities are characteristics of:

The articulation of the radius and carpal bones is the:

A common finding in markedly obese patients and pregnant women is:

When the patient flexes forward at the waist, which spinal observation would lead you to suspect scoliosis?

Skeletal changes in older adults are the result of:

Cardinal signs for rheumatoid disorders include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

When palpating joints, crepitus may occur when:

A finding that is indicative of osteoarthritis is (are):

The tibia, fibula, and talus articulate to form the:

A goniometer is used to assess:

The History and Interviewing Process

Cultural Competency

Examination Techniques and Equipment

Clinical Reasoning

Documentation

Vital Signs and Pain Assessment

Mental Status

Growth, Measurement, and Nutrition

Skin, Hair, and Nails

Lymphatic System

Head and Neck

Eyes

Ears, Nose, and Throat

Chest and Lungs

Heart

Blood Vessels

Breasts and Axillae

Abdomen

Female Genitalia

Male Genitalia

Anus, Rectum, and Prostate

Neurologic System

Sports Participation Evaluation

Putting it All Together

Emergency or Life-Threatening Situations

Filters