Musculoskeletal Assessment Flashcards
1
Q
Inspection
A
- Note symmetry
- General body build
- Gait
- Posture (sitting/standing)
- Use of assistive device
2
Q
Palpation
A
Assess joint mobility nothing smoothness of PROM and AROM
3
Q
Notable abnormalities Palpation
A
- Tenderness
- Swelling
- Crepitation (cracking or rattling sound)
- Stop manipulation of joint or muscle if pain or resistance is noted
4
Q
Six P Assessment of musculoskeletal injuries/fractures
A
- Pain
- Paralysis
- Pallor
- Poikilothermia
- Parasthesia
- Pulse
