20 Questions
Which of the following is a characteristic of osteoarthritis?
It is the most common form of arthritis
What is a key teaching point for hip fracture recovery?
Avoid crossing legs/excessive weight bearing
What is the effect of age on calcitonin levels in the musculoskeletal system?
Decreased with age
What is the primary cause of pain in osteoarthritis?
Progressive surface layer of cartilage erosion
What is the characteristic feature of rheumatoid arthritis pain?
Symmetrical, bilateral pain
What happens to a patient with dementia after surgery?
They may experience confusion due to delirium superimposed on dementia
What should be monitored to prevent complications in hip fracture recovery?
Excessive drainage
What should be avoided to prevent complications in hip fracture recovery?
Flexing the affected leg > 90 degrees
What is the effect of age on estrogen levels in the musculoskeletal system?
Decreased with age
What is the impact of PTH (parathyroid hormone) with age in the musculoskeletal system?
Increased with age due to age-related decline in renal function
What is the primary characteristic of delirium superimposed on dementia?
Sudden onset confusion and changes in cognition
What is the impact of age on calcitonin levels in the musculoskeletal system?
Decreased with age
Which teaching point is crucial for hip fracture recovery to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
Avoid crossing legs/excessive weight bearing
What is the main cause of pain in osteoarthritis?
Progressive surface layer of cartilage erosion
What is the primary characteristic of rheumatoid arthritis pain?
Symmetrical, bilateral pain
What is the effect of age on estrogen levels in the musculoskeletal system?
Decreased with age
What is the impact of age-related decline on PTH (parathyroid hormone) in the musculoskeletal system?
Increased with age
What should be avoided to prevent complications in hip fracture recovery?
Never flex affected leg > 90 degrees
What is the characteristic feature of osteoarthritis pain?
Bones under cartilage rub together causing pain
What is the primary characteristic of dementia superimposed on delirium?
Sudden onset confusion and changes in cognition
Test your knowledge on dementia, delirium, and age-related changes in the musculoskeletal system with this quiz. Explore scenarios of patients experiencing confusion after surgery and learn about the impact of hormones such as PTH, calcitonin, and estrogen on aging bodies.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
