Dementia
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Which of the following is a characteristic of osteoarthritis?

  • It is caused by autoimmune response
  • It is the most common form of arthritis (correct)
  • It is associated with symmetrical, bilateral pain
  • It primarily affects the synovial cells

    • What is a key teaching point for hip fracture recovery?

  • Raise head of bed > 60 degrees for comfort
  • Avoid crossing legs/excessive weight bearing (correct)
  • Keep leg adducted to prevent strain
  • Flex affected leg > 90 degrees for flexibility

    • What is the effect of age on calcitonin levels in the musculoskeletal system?

  • Decreased with age (correct)
  • Fluctuates unpredictably with age
  • Increased with age
  • Remains constant with age

    • What is the primary cause of pain in osteoarthritis?

    <p>Progressive surface layer of cartilage erosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of rheumatoid arthritis pain?

    <p>Symmetrical, bilateral pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a patient with dementia after surgery?

    <p>They may experience confusion due to delirium superimposed on dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be monitored to prevent complications in hip fracture recovery?

    <p>Excessive drainage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be avoided to prevent complications in hip fracture recovery?

    <p>Flexing the affected leg &gt; 90 degrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of age on estrogen levels in the musculoskeletal system?

    <p>Decreased with age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of PTH (parathyroid hormone) with age in the musculoskeletal system?

    <p>Increased with age due to age-related decline in renal function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of delirium superimposed on dementia?

    <p>Sudden onset confusion and changes in cognition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of age on calcitonin levels in the musculoskeletal system?

    <p>Decreased with age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which teaching point is crucial for hip fracture recovery to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

    <p>Avoid crossing legs/excessive weight bearing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of pain in osteoarthritis?

    <p>Progressive surface layer of cartilage erosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of rheumatoid arthritis pain?

    <p>Symmetrical, bilateral pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of age on estrogen levels in the musculoskeletal system?

    <p>Decreased with age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of age-related decline on PTH (parathyroid hormone) in the musculoskeletal system?

    <p>Increased with age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be avoided to prevent complications in hip fracture recovery?

    <p>Never flex affected leg &gt; 90 degrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of osteoarthritis pain?

    <p>Bones under cartilage rub together causing pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of dementia superimposed on delirium?

    <p>Sudden onset confusion and changes in cognition</p> Signup and view all the answers

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