Musculoskeletal Asses

Question 1

objective assessment steps

Answer 1

1. inspect general musculoskeletal function with interaction (gait, mobility, balacne, redness and swelling)
2. Palpate each joint
3. ROM
4. Strength

Question 2

preschool age consoderations

Answer 2

crawling, walking, jumping

Question 3

adolescent considerations

Answer 3

kyphosis with poor posture, screen for scoliosis, growth spurt can result in poor coordination

Question 4

toddlers considerations

Answer 4

protuberant abdomen, broad-based gait, used arms for balance

Question 5

pregnant women developmental considerations

Answer 5

lordosis, waddle type gait

Question 6

older adults developmental considerations

Answer 6

osteoporosis, fractures, risk for falls, smaller base of support making them shuffle

Question 7

activity helps these cardiac illness:

Answer 7

coronary artery disease, hypertension, COPD, diabetes

Question 8

nurses role in rehab

Answer 8

advocate, monitor progress, patient education/support, coordinate holistic care, resources to team, communicate, plan discharge