NR511 / NR 511 FINAL Exam Q & A (Latest
2025 / 2026): Differential Diagnosis & Primary
Care Practicum (Verified Answers) What is a sprain? - ANSWER stretching or tearing of ligaments, occur when joint is forced beyond its normal limits What is a first degree sprain? - ANSWER stretching of ligamentous fibers what is a second degree sprain? - ANSWER partial tear of part of the ligament with pain and swelling what is a a third degree sprain? - ANSWER complete tear of ligament 1 / 4
What diagnostic testing should be completed with a sprain? - ANSWER xray to r/o fx what are s/s of a sprain? - ANSWER acute pain and swelling after a sudden injury. Usually gets worse over a few hours with redness, swelling and bruising.what occurs to active and passive ROM with a sprain? - ANSWER it is usually decreased what is a strain? - ANSWER a muscle injury, caused by excessive tensile stress placed on a muscle. Results in stiffness and decreased function 2 / 4
what occurs with severe strains? - ANSWER effects muscle or tendon that connects muscle to a bone. causes inflammation, swelling, weakness and loss of function, may need surgery How do you manage sprains/strains? - ANSWER PRICE- protect, rest, ice, compression, elevation limit activity, PT, NSAIDS, referral to ortho What is a dislocation? - ANSWER complete separation of two bone that form a joint what are s/s of dislocation? - ANSWER very painful, cause immobility, needs immediate medical attention 3 / 4
what is the tx for dislocation? - ANSWER referral to ortho for possible surgery or reduction, with application of cast or splint what are the cardinal signs of inflammation? - ANSWER swelling, erythema, warmth, pain what is cervical spondylosis? - ANSWER neck stiffness, mild aching discomfort with activity what are s/s of cervical spondylosis? - ANSWER Pain and limited ROM occurs with lateral rotation and lateral flexion of the neck toward the affected side. Weakness shoulder abduction-C5, bicep weakness-C6, triceps weakness-C7, myelopathy leg weakness
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