ORTHOPEDIC NURSE CERTIFICATION
EXAM 2026 WITH 100% ACCURATE
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
1. If a community health program aims to reduce the incidence of Rickets,
which preventive measure should be prioritized?
Increased calcium intake
Improved dietary protein
Vitamin D supplementation
Regular exercise programs
2. Describe the typical initial symptom that may lead to the diagnosis of
soft tissue sarcoma.
Severe pain in the affected area
Swelling without a mass
A visible or palpable growing mass
Changes in skin color over the tumor site
3. A patient is scheduled for a below-the-knee amputation because of
gangrene. Which type of amputation should the nurse anticipate caring
for postoperatively?
Closed amputation
Open amputation
Partial amputation
Prosthetic amputation
4. If a patient exhibits sudden shortness of breath and tachycardia after
,surgery, what immediate action should a nurse take?
Encourage deep breathing exercises.
, Notify the healthcare provider and monitor vital signs closely.
Administer pain medication.
Reassure the patient that it's normal.
5. Jordan McKenzie gave a case report on a patient with Osgood-
Schlatter Disease, also known as apophysitis of the tibial tubercle. It is
described as a chronic fatigue injury due to repeated microtrauma at
the patellar tendon insertion and usually affects boys between the ages
of 10-15 years who participate in athletic activities involving jumping and/
or kicking. Describe the radiographic findings seen in the image of a
patient with Osgood-Schlatter disease:
Diffuse soft tissue swelling of the knee joint
Unossified cartilage and swelling of the overlying soft tissues
Patellar tendon distal displacement at the tibial tubercle
Bone fragmentation at the tibial tuberosity
6. What are the four main components used to describe and classify a
fracture?
Location, description of fracture line, displacement of fracture
fragments, condition of soft tissue surrounding the break
, Location, type of fracture, healing time, soft tissue condition
Severity of fracture, location, patient history, soft tissue condition
7. Why would hyperparathyroidism cause osteoporosis?
Hinders the release of estrogen, which inhibits bone formation
Blocks the pathway in which calcium is absorbed through the
gastrointestinal (GI) tract
Promotes calcium to be released from bones, causing an
increased level of calcium in blood
Decreases the ability of calcium to be reabsorbed into the bone
8. If a patient is experiencing significant swelling in their amputation stump,
which shrinkage method would be most appropriate to recommend and
why?
ACE bandage, because it is the most cost-effective option
available.
Shrink socks, because they are easy to remove and allow for
frequent adjustments.
Rigid dressing, because it controls edema, shapes the
prosthetic fitting, and allows for early weight bearing.
No shrinkage method is needed, as swelling will resolve on its
own.
9. A large force acting on a small area inflicted by a projectile. High
velocity will distort the surrounding tissues and shatter the bone. Low
velocity will cause linear fracture lines with minimal soft tissue damage
Penetrating
Crush
EXAM 2026 WITH 100% ACCURATE
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
1. If a community health program aims to reduce the incidence of Rickets,
which preventive measure should be prioritized?
Increased calcium intake
Improved dietary protein
Vitamin D supplementation
Regular exercise programs
2. Describe the typical initial symptom that may lead to the diagnosis of
soft tissue sarcoma.
Severe pain in the affected area
Swelling without a mass
A visible or palpable growing mass
Changes in skin color over the tumor site
3. A patient is scheduled for a below-the-knee amputation because of
gangrene. Which type of amputation should the nurse anticipate caring
for postoperatively?
Closed amputation
Open amputation
Partial amputation
Prosthetic amputation
4. If a patient exhibits sudden shortness of breath and tachycardia after
,surgery, what immediate action should a nurse take?
Encourage deep breathing exercises.
, Notify the healthcare provider and monitor vital signs closely.
Administer pain medication.
Reassure the patient that it's normal.
5. Jordan McKenzie gave a case report on a patient with Osgood-
Schlatter Disease, also known as apophysitis of the tibial tubercle. It is
described as a chronic fatigue injury due to repeated microtrauma at
the patellar tendon insertion and usually affects boys between the ages
of 10-15 years who participate in athletic activities involving jumping and/
or kicking. Describe the radiographic findings seen in the image of a
patient with Osgood-Schlatter disease:
Diffuse soft tissue swelling of the knee joint
Unossified cartilage and swelling of the overlying soft tissues
Patellar tendon distal displacement at the tibial tubercle
Bone fragmentation at the tibial tuberosity
6. What are the four main components used to describe and classify a
fracture?
Location, description of fracture line, displacement of fracture
fragments, condition of soft tissue surrounding the break
, Location, type of fracture, healing time, soft tissue condition
Severity of fracture, location, patient history, soft tissue condition
7. Why would hyperparathyroidism cause osteoporosis?
Hinders the release of estrogen, which inhibits bone formation
Blocks the pathway in which calcium is absorbed through the
gastrointestinal (GI) tract
Promotes calcium to be released from bones, causing an
increased level of calcium in blood
Decreases the ability of calcium to be reabsorbed into the bone
8. If a patient is experiencing significant swelling in their amputation stump,
which shrinkage method would be most appropriate to recommend and
why?
ACE bandage, because it is the most cost-effective option
available.
Shrink socks, because they are easy to remove and allow for
frequent adjustments.
Rigid dressing, because it controls edema, shapes the
prosthetic fitting, and allows for early weight bearing.
No shrinkage method is needed, as swelling will resolve on its
own.
9. A large force acting on a small area inflicted by a projectile. High
velocity will distort the surrounding tissues and shatter the bone. Low
velocity will cause linear fracture lines with minimal soft tissue damage
Penetrating
Crush
