NSG 430 Musculoskeletal trauma and Orthopedic Surgery (Complete And Verified Study material) (10pages) LEARNEXAMS

1. Preventative teaching for high risk people for falls: Answer -Those with gait instability,vision impairment -Age-appropriate exercise to help maintain muscle strength and balance -Adequate calcium and vitamin D for bone health -Assess living environment for safety risks 2. Prevention of musculoskeletal problems in older adults: Answer -Wear functional,nonskid, hard-soled shoes -Remove throw rugs -Ensure adequate lighting -Maintain clear path to bathroom for nighttime -Avoid walking on uneven or wet surfaces 3. Majority of fractures from: Answer traumatic injury -some fractures secondary to disease process: cancer or osteoporosis 4. Open vs Closed fracture: Answer open = break in the skinclosed = skin intact 5. Displaces vs non displaced fracture: Answer displaced: communited or obliquenondisplaced: transverse, spiral or greenstick 6. Factors influencing healing of a fracture: