Musculoskeletal and Neurovascular Trauma in Emergency Nursing Quiz

Test your knowledge on trauma nursing with questions covering musculoskeletal and neurovascular injuries. Explore common symptoms, assessments, and interventions.

#1

Which of the following is a common symptom of musculoskeletal trauma?

Headache
Nausea
Swelling and deformity
Blurred vision
#2

Which musculoskeletal injury is characterized by the displacement of a bone from its joint?

Fracture
Sprain
Dislocation
Strain
#3

What is the primary nursing intervention for a patient with a suspected spinal injury?

Administer pain medication
Initiate fluid resuscitation
Maintain spinal immobilization
Perform range of motion exercises
#4

Which type of musculoskeletal injury involves the stretching or tearing of ligaments?

Fracture
Sprain
Dislocation
Strain
#5

What is a common sign of neurovascular compromise in a patient with a limb injury?

Warm and dry skin
Pulses present and equal
Pale and cool extremity
Normal capillary refill
#6

In neurovascular trauma, which vessel is most commonly affected?

Pulmonary artery
Carotid artery
Brachial artery
Femoral artery
#7

What is the primary goal of immobilizing a fractured limb in emergency nursing?

To reduce blood pressure
To prevent infection
To promote comfort
To prevent further injury and pain
#8

In the context of neurovascular assessment, what does the 'C' in the acronym 'C-ABC' stand for?

Circulation
Consciousness
Cervical
Craniotomy
#9

What is the priority intervention for a patient with an open fracture in emergency nursing?

Administer pain medication
Apply a sterile dressing
Immobilize the limb
Perform a neurological assessment
#10

In neurovascular assessment, what does the 'A' in the acronym 'PQRST' stand for?

Airway
Assessment
Activity
Appearance
#11

What is the primary reason for assessing distal pulses in musculoskeletal trauma?

To determine blood type
To assess neurological function
To evaluate circulation
To identify fractures
#12

Which neurological assessment finding is most concerning in a patient with head trauma?

Dilated pupils
Normal speech
Symmetrical facial movements
Responsive to verbal stimuli
#13

What is the purpose of a traction splint in musculoskeletal trauma?

To immobilize the spine
To stabilize a fractured femur
To provide joint support
To assist with breathing
#14

Which neurological assessment finding suggests potential spinal cord injury?

Bilateral equal strength
Hyperreflexia
Pupils constricted to light
Symmetrical chest expansion
#15

What is the primary concern when caring for a patient with compartment syndrome?

Hypothermia
Infection
Nerve damage
Impaired circulation
#16

Which of the following is a potential complication of prolonged immobility in musculoskeletal trauma?

Increased muscle strength
Deep vein thrombosis
Improved joint flexibility
Enhanced respiratory function
#17

What is the primary goal of neurovascular checks in emergency nursing?

Assessing respiratory rate
Monitoring pain levels
Preventing infection
Detecting early signs of complications

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