Jeopardy Game

Question 1

This back problem is commonly seen in people suffering from an IBD aka poker spine?

Answer 1

Anklosing spondylitis

Question 2

Manifestations of PD include motor dysfunction, autonomic system dysfunction and what else?

Answer 2

Cognitive/psychologic dysfunction

Question 3

The best predictors of recovery postop for a hip replacement surgery are what?

Answer 3

Cognitive function and balance

Question 4

A CXR shows a fluffy white marking (diffuse fluid in both lungs) known as the snowstorm effect probably from pulmonary capillary leakage due to what complication?

Answer 4

Fat embolism syndrome

Question 5

Osteoarthritis is initially treated conservatively, but pain and decreased joint function may lead to the need for surgery. What is the new treatment for osteoarthritis that injects Hyaluronan directly into the knee joint?

Answer 5

Viscosupplementation

Question 6

What medication can be given weeks prior to surgery to correct anemia, reducing a pts need for blood transfusions post op?

Answer 6

Epoetin alpha

Question 7

The risks of developing this type of bone fracture is significantly increased in teens w/ higher cola consumption, more TV viewing time, w/ lower levels of physical activity and lower milk intake?

Answer 7

Stress fractures

Question 8

Many NSAID COX-2 inhibitors have been recalled by the FDA due to increased risk of adverse effects. What med s the only COX-2 inhibitor still prescribed?

Answer 8

Celebrex (Celecoxib)

Question 9

Teaching preventive measures is extremely important when caring for pts w/ Parkinson’s disease. Identify them.

Answer 9

Malnutrition, falls, environmental accidents, constipation, skin breakdown (from immobility and/or incontinence) and joint contracture

Question 10

What is the highest priority nursing intervention associated w/ a faciotomy?

Answer 10

Meticulous wound care

Question 11

Non-pharmacologic treatment of osteoarthritis includes?

Answer 11

Education about the disease
Wt reduction to decrease joint stress
Exercise to relieve pain/stiffness

Question 12

Pts postop from a total hip replacement are @ greater risk of developing what complication so the use of an abduction pillow/wedge is used?

Answer 12

Dislocation

Question 13

Which drug for Parkinson’s has the on-off phenomenon in which periods of symptom control alternate w/ periods of no symptom control?

Answer 13

Levodopa

Question 14

Identify nursing diagnosis for a pt that has mild-moderate scoliosis and is not undergoing surgery?

Answer 14

Risk for impaired adjustments to exercise program r/t duration/intensity
Risk for impaired skin integrity r/t brace
Impaired physical mobility r/t brace
Ineffective breathing pattern r/t rib cage deformity
Disturbed body image r/t deformity & brace wear
Health seeking behaviors (child/parent) r/t unfamiliarity w/ disease process

Question 15

What is the key physioogical assessment for a pt w/ a hip fracture?

Answer 15

Leg will appear shortened and externally rotated

Question 16

Pathological processes cause a decrease in the production of what neurotransmitter that helps regulate nerve impulses involved in motor function?

Answer 16

Dopamine

Question 17

As cartilage deteriorates in subchondral bone cells hypertrophy and eventually can cause what?

Answer 17

Osteophytes (bone spurs)

Question 18

Infection is the complication commonly associated w/ what type of fracture?

Answer 18

Open (compound)

Question 19

Osteoarthritis is the most commonly occurring form of arthritis. It is also called what?

Answer 19

Degenerative joint disease

Question 20

What are the 5 P’s?

Answer 20

Pain 
Pallor
Paresthesia
Pulses
Paralysis

Question 21

What term is used to describe lumbar back pain that radiates down the posterior leg to the ankle?

Answer 21

Sciatica

Question 22

What is usually the 1st manifestations experienced by someone w/ Parkinson’s?

Answer 22

Tremors @ rest (pill rolling)

Question 23

How does the nurse assess for scoliosis?

Answer 23

Have child bend forward w/ arms hanging down and assess each vertebra for a change in alignment