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Musculoskeletal Nursing Care Quiz

#1

Which of the following is a function of the skeletal system?

Providing support and structure
Explanation

Supporting body and giving it structure.

#2

What is the medical term for a broken bone?

Fracture
Explanation

Medical term for broken bone.

#3

What is the main function of ligaments?

To connect bone to bone
Explanation

Connecting bones together.

#4

Which of the following is a symptom of a sprain?

Swelling
Explanation

Symptom: swelling.

#5

Which of the following bones is NOT part of the human skull?

Femur
Explanation

Bone not in human skull: femur.

#6

Which muscle is responsible for breathing?

Diaphragm
Explanation

Muscle aiding in breathing.

#7

What is osteoporosis?

Weakening of bones
Explanation

Condition causing bone weakening.

#8

What is the medical term for the collarbone?

Clavicle
Explanation

Medical term for collarbone.

#9

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing osteoarthritis?

Obesity
Explanation

Risk factor: obesity.

#10

Which joint allows movement in multiple directions, such as flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and rotation?

Ball and socket joint
Explanation

Joint allowing multiple movements.

#11

Which condition is characterized by the wearing down of joint cartilage?

Osteoarthritis
Explanation

Condition of joint cartilage wear.

#12

Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for musculoskeletal injuries?

Antibiotic medication
Explanation

Not a treatment: antibiotics.

#13

Which of the following conditions involves inflammation of the tendon attachments to bone?

Tendonitis
Explanation

Condition: tendon inflammation.

#14

Which of the following is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the joints?

Rheumatoid arthritis
Explanation

Autoimmune disorder: joint effect.

#15

Which of the following is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged or arthritic hip joint?

Hip resurfacing
Explanation

Surgical procedure: hip replacement.

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