Ortho certification Exam 99 Questions with
100% CORRECT Detailed Verified Answers
latest update 2025
What is a surgical procedure for shoulder arthritis --- correct answer
---Hemi arthroplasty
What is a consideration of a complication of Osteoarthritis --- correct
answer ---Loss of joint function
Mr. Baldwin has severe left shoulder arthritis related to repetitive
heavy lifting at work. He wants conservative treatment not surgery.
What is a likely treatment option for Mr. Baldwin --- correct answer --
-Corticosteroid injections
Which of the following will Mr. Baldwin likely need since is left is his
dominant arm --- correct answer ---Therapy
Mrs. Ray is a 62-year-old female admitted post shoulder arthroplasty
the nurse is assisting her and placement of the sling how should the
abduction sling be applied --- correct answer ---Across the hips and
slightly forward
,How long should someone wear a sling after post shoulder
arthroplasty --- correct answer ---4 to 6 weeks
What is a safety issue for those with upper extremity surgery ---
correct answer ---Ambulation. Because of balance
Following a shoulder arthroplasty what can one accomplish with
occupational therapy --- correct answer ---ADLs
After shoulder arthroplasty what indicates a need for further teaching
regarding signs and symptoms of shoulder dislocation --- correct
answer ---I should not worry about decreased ability to move
A patient is scheduled to have a cemented total shoulder arthroplasty.
History includes sleep apnea obesity hypertension. Patient arrives
with PCA patient states that she is in severe pain and doesn't want to
push some buttons and the nurses instructed the patient on PCA use
what is the next step --- correct answer ---Call the doctor and make
the suggestion for an NSAID an oral opioid
What non-pharmacological modalities can a nurse use to help relieve
pain from a total shoulder arthroplasty --- correct answer ---Supports
affected arm on with pillows
, How would you describe what a trapeze bar on the bed is. For a total
shoulder patient --- correct answer ---Using the trapeze bar allows
you to move yourself around in bed by using only the unaffected arm
What position after a total shoulder arthroplasty Should the shoulder
be placed in --- correct answer ---A sling
Discharge teaching plan for a total left shoulder regarding future
restriction --- correct answer ---With nothing other than a glass with
your affected hand
If a patient feels they do not need to do exercises at home what is the
best response --- correct answer ---Exercises will help your arm
become strong
After a total left shoulder patient wants to know how she will perform
her usual household duties what is the best intervention --- correct
answer ---Assist her and her family and the readjusting role
expectations
100% CORRECT Detailed Verified Answers
latest update 2025
What is a surgical procedure for shoulder arthritis --- correct answer
---Hemi arthroplasty
What is a consideration of a complication of Osteoarthritis --- correct
answer ---Loss of joint function
Mr. Baldwin has severe left shoulder arthritis related to repetitive
heavy lifting at work. He wants conservative treatment not surgery.
What is a likely treatment option for Mr. Baldwin --- correct answer --
-Corticosteroid injections
Which of the following will Mr. Baldwin likely need since is left is his
dominant arm --- correct answer ---Therapy
Mrs. Ray is a 62-year-old female admitted post shoulder arthroplasty
the nurse is assisting her and placement of the sling how should the
abduction sling be applied --- correct answer ---Across the hips and
slightly forward
,How long should someone wear a sling after post shoulder
arthroplasty --- correct answer ---4 to 6 weeks
What is a safety issue for those with upper extremity surgery ---
correct answer ---Ambulation. Because of balance
Following a shoulder arthroplasty what can one accomplish with
occupational therapy --- correct answer ---ADLs
After shoulder arthroplasty what indicates a need for further teaching
regarding signs and symptoms of shoulder dislocation --- correct
answer ---I should not worry about decreased ability to move
A patient is scheduled to have a cemented total shoulder arthroplasty.
History includes sleep apnea obesity hypertension. Patient arrives
with PCA patient states that she is in severe pain and doesn't want to
push some buttons and the nurses instructed the patient on PCA use
what is the next step --- correct answer ---Call the doctor and make
the suggestion for an NSAID an oral opioid
What non-pharmacological modalities can a nurse use to help relieve
pain from a total shoulder arthroplasty --- correct answer ---Supports
affected arm on with pillows
, How would you describe what a trapeze bar on the bed is. For a total
shoulder patient --- correct answer ---Using the trapeze bar allows
you to move yourself around in bed by using only the unaffected arm
What position after a total shoulder arthroplasty Should the shoulder
be placed in --- correct answer ---A sling
Discharge teaching plan for a total left shoulder regarding future
restriction --- correct answer ---With nothing other than a glass with
your affected hand
If a patient feels they do not need to do exercises at home what is the
best response --- correct answer ---Exercises will help your arm
become strong
After a total left shoulder patient wants to know how she will perform
her usual household duties what is the best intervention --- correct
answer ---Assist her and her family and the readjusting role
expectations
