Assessing Musculoskeletal System Flashcards
1
Q
Which three skills will a nurse use for assessing the musculoskeletal system?
A
Inspect, Assess & Percuss
2
Q
Which cranial nerves are being assessed for this system?
A
Cranial nerves V, VII, & XI (TMJ, FACIAL & SPINAL)
3
Q
What are other tasks to observe ?
A
Gait observation & orientation
4
Q
What are the five functions of the 206 bones?
A
Provide structure
Give protection
Serve as levers
Store calcium
Produce blood cells
5
Q
Name the three types of muscles.
A
Skeletal, Smooth & Cardiac
6
Q
What is abduction?
A
Away from the midline
7
Q
What is adduction?
A
To the midline
8
Q
Is flexion the same as bending, for example bending your arm Yes or No
A
Yes
9
Q
What is pronation?
A
Facing palm downward (example & an easy way to remember )
10
Q
What is supination?
A
Facing upward
