NSG 554 Exam 4 Study Guide: Mental Health & Musculoskeletal Disorders | Questions and Answers | 2026 Update | 100% Correct

NSG 554 Exam 4 Study Guide: Mental Health &
Musculoskeletal Disorders | Questions and Answers |
2026 Update | 100% Correct




Question 1 of 57

What is the primary difference between a sprain and a strain?

A Sprains are caused by overuse, while strains are caused by trauma


B Sprains involve ligaments, while strains involve muscles or tendons


C Sprains involve muscles, while strains involve ligaments


D Sprains only affect the ankle, while strains affect the knee

Explanation

Sprains involve ligaments, while strains involve muscles or tendons.

Question 2 of 57

A patient presents with a complete ligament tear and significant laxity but no firm endpoint upon
examination. Which grade of sprain does this indicate?

A Grade


B Grade


C Grade


D Grade 2

Explanation

Grade 3 sprains involve complete tears and no firm endpoint.

Question 3 of 57

, Which of the following is assessed during the physical examination of a musculoskeletal injury?

A Blood pressure


B Swelling


C Body temperature


D Respiratory rate

Explanation

Physical exams include assessing swelling, asymmetry, ecchymosis, and gait disturbances.

Question 4 of 57

What does a positive Lachman test indicate?

A Integrity of the syndesmotic ligaments


B Integrity of the anterior cruciate ligament


C Integrity of the calcaneofibular ligament


D Integrity of the anterior talofibular ligament

Explanation

The Lachman test assesses the integrity of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL).

Question 5 of 57

A patient has minimal damage to the muscle after overexertion. Which degree of strain is this?

A Third degree


B Second degree


C First degree


D Fourth degree

Explanation

First-degree strains involve minimal damage to the muscle or tendon.