Question 1

Which of the following is the correct sequence for a musculoskeletal physical examination?

Accepted Answer

Inspection → Palpation → ROM → Muscle Testing

Question 2

A nurse is assessing muscle strength in a patient. If the patient can move the limb through full ROM against gravity but cannot resist any additional force, what is the muscle strength rating?

Accepted Answer

3 (Fair)

Question 3

Which of the following is a key principle when performing a musculoskeletal physical exam?

Accepted Answer

Support joints and maintain relaxed muscles

Question 4

A patient presents with pain and tingling in the wrist. Which test should be performed to assess for carpal tunnel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Phalen’s Test

Question 5

Based on the muscle strength scale, what percentage of normal strength does a rating of 2 represent?

Accepted Answer

$$25\%$$

Question 6

Which anatomical landmark is NOT part of the shoulder joint assessment?

Accepted Answer

Olecranon process

Question 7

During the assessment of the cervical spine, which muscles are palpated?

Accepted Answer

Trapezius, sternomastoid, paravertebral

Question 8

A 3-year-old child presents with leg pain but is able to move all extremities with strength 5/5. What is the most likely cause of leg pain based on the readings?

Accepted Answer

Bone deformity or developmental variation

Question 9

Which developmental consideration is most relevant when assessing the musculoskeletal system of an infant?

Accepted Answer

Metatarsus adductus / tibial torsion

Question 10

Which of the following is a social determinant of health consideration for musculoskeletal injuries in older adults?

Accepted Answer

Hip fractures

Question 11

When assessing the knee, which anatomical structure is palpated approximately 10 cm above the patella?

Accepted Answer

Suprapatellar pouch

Question 12

Which equation best represents the angle of forward flexion of the shoulder joint as shown in the images?

Accepted Answer

$$	heta = 180$$^{\circ}$$

Question 13

Which of the following is a correct description of the ROM for wrist extension?

Accepted Answer

$$	heta = 70$$^{\circ}$$

Question 14

A patient is unable to perform full ROM against gravity but can move the limb with gravity eliminated. What is the muscle strength rating?

Accepted Answer

2 (Poor)

Question 15

Which of the following is a major difference in musculoskeletal assessment between children and adults?

Accepted Answer

Children are assessed for genu varum and genu valgum

Question 16

Which of the following is a real-world example of a workplace injury that can be prevented by proper lifting technique?

Accepted Answer

Back strain

Question 17

Which anatomical structure is involved in the Phalen’s test for carpal tunnel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Median nerve

Question 18

Which of the following is a transcultural consideration regarding bone density?

Accepted Answer

Blacks have longer and denser long bones

Question 19

Which formula would you use to calculate the percentage of normal muscle strength for a rating of 4?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Percentage} = 75\%$$

Question 20

A nurse is assessing a patient’s functional ability. Which of the following is most relevant to include?

Accepted Answer

Ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs)

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