An older adult client, with a history of diabetes mellitus, presents with chills, fever, and malaise. The client also has localized tenderness, erythema, edema, and pain with movement of the lower right extremity. Which additional assessment information is most likely to support the presence of an infection?

Which statement is CORRECT concerning the various fluids of the musculoskeletal system?

Which statement about the skeletal muscle anatomy and physiology is correct?

Which of the following statements are true regarding diagnosis of acute gout? Select all that apply.

A client with a lower extremity fracture immobilized by a cast has the following assessment findings: tissue ischemia, functional impairment, pain level disproportionate to the injury Which complication is present?

Which statement about performing a valgus stress test on a client whose leg is slightly abducted is incorrect?

A middle-aged client reports knee pain. The client is slightly overweight and the knees are warm to the touch and slightly edematous. Which contributing factor has caused the client’s manifestation (signs/symptoms)?

Which type of fracture is characterized by the crushing of cancellous bone?

Which client requires treatment with calcitonin, calcium or vitamin D supplements, analgesics, and muscle relaxants? Client Disorder Client 1 Hip fracture Client 2 Stress fracture Client 3 Femur shaft fracture Client 4 Vertebral compression fracture

A client with suspected rickets should be prepared for which diagnostic testing?