Prac3 - Musculoskeletal Assessment

Question 1

What are the 3 functions of the skin?

Answer 1

1. ) Temperature regulation
2. ) Protection from the external environments
3. ) Sensations

Question 2

What are 3 mechanical causes of pressure injury?

Answer 2

1. ) Friction
2. ) Shearing forces
3. ) Unrelieved pressure

Question 3

What are the physical assessment techniques of the integumentary system?

Answer 3

Palpation and Inspection

Question 4

What is the difference between abduction and adduction?

Answer 4

Abduction - movement of a limb or other part AWAY from the body

Adduction - movement of a limb or other part TOWARDS the body

Question 5

What are the 4 common chief musculoskeletal system complaints?

Answer 5

• pain
• decrease in function
• physical appearance
• weakness

Question 6

What are the deviations from normal posture?

Answer 6

• scoliosis
• lordosis
• kyphosis