Multiple Choice
The nurse is examining a patient who is admitted to the emergency department with severe elbow pain.Of the following situations,which would cause the nurse to suspect a ligament tear or joint fracture?
A) Range of motion of the elbow is limited.
B) Joint motion is greater than normal.
C) The patient has arthritis.
D) The elbow cannot be moved (frozen) .
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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Q2: The patient has been in bed for
Q3: The nurse is providing care to a
Q4: The nurse is working with the patient
Q5: The patient is being admitted for elective
Q6: The nurse is ambulating a patient in
Q8: The patient is brought to the emergency
Q9: The nurse is preparing to position an
Q10: An active lifestyle is important for maintaining
Q11: In assisting the patient to exercise,the nurse
Q12: The patient has been bedridden for several