Management of Patients with Musculoskeletal Trauma for Nurses
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What do sprains primarily involve?

  • Muscles
  • Ligaments (correct)
  • Bones
  • Tendons
  • Which of the following is a common cause of a sprain?

  • Indigestion
  • High fever
  • Migraine headache
  • Slipping on ice (correct)
  • What type of injury is a strain?

  • Injury to bones
  • Injury to muscles
  • Injury to ligaments
  • Injury to tendons (correct)
  • Which degree of sprain involves moderate to severe swelling and a complete tear?

    <p>Third degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between sprains and strains?

    <p>Involvement of ligaments and tendons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for older adults to change positions slowly?

    <p>To prevent orthostatic hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a large percentage of a nurse's job when managing patients with musculoskeletal trauma?

    <p>Therapeutic communication and education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of education should nurses provide regarding health promotion?

    <p>Information on injury prevention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be emphasized to older adults to prevent falls according to the lecture?

    <p>Removing area rugs and doormats that can cause tripping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What behavior is highlighted as a risk for distracted driving in the lecture?

    <p>Texting while driving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common issue with small area rugs mentioned in the context of educating older adults?

    <p>They love to trip people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should children involved in contact sports be encouraged to use according to the information provided?

    <p>Protective athletic equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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