NR305 WEEK 7 discussions
Assessing the Musculoskeletal System (graded)
Describe a patient with a musculoskeletal symptom or group of symptoms, such as joint pain, back pain, neck pain, and so on. Do not limit yourself to these examples. Remember: There are different types and locations of joint pain.
• What questions would you ask as part of your focused assessment?
• What history might be associated with the symptom, if any?
• What are the known risk factors for this condition?
• What physical examination techniques would you use?
• What patient education would you give the patient?
• Find a nursing journal article about these symptoms.
Describe a patient with a musculoskeletal symptom or group of symptoms, such as joint pain, back pain, neck pain, and so on. Do not limit yourself to these examples. Remember: There are different types and locations of joint pain.
• What questions would you ask as part of your focused assessment?
• What history might be associated with the symptom, if any?
• What are the known risk factors for this condition?
• What physical examination techniques would you use?
• What patient education would you give the patient?
• Find a nursing journal article about these symptoms.
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