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3 Circulatory, Musculoskeletal, and Gastrointestinal Complications Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 3 Circulatory, Musculoskeletal, and Gastrointestinal Complications, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions
01
True or false
1 point

True or false: Passive range-of-motion exercises provide the same muscle-strengthening benefit as active movement.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

02
Written response
1 point

What is the process called when reduced muscle use leads to loss of strength and possibly a decrease in muscle size?

03
Fill in the blank
1 point

When encouraging fiber-containing foods to help prevent constipation, increase fiber and pair it with suitable fluid intake.

04
Written response
1 point

Which medication class is commonly associated with constipation?

05
True or false
1 point

True or false: Prescribed compression devices replace prescribed medication for preventing venous thromboembolism.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

06
Choose one
1 point

A person on bed rest develops new swelling, pain, and warmth in one calf. What is the most appropriate response?

  1. A

    Wait several days to see whether the swelling resolves.

  2. B

    Report the finding promptly for clinical assessment.

  3. C

    Massage the calf to improve circulation.

  4. D

    Encourage vigorous exercise before seeking advice.

07
Choose one
1 point

A person reports two bowel movements per week but says this has long been their usual pattern and reports no difficulty passing stool. Which interpretation is most appropriate?

  1. A

    The person definitely has constipation because fewer than three bowel movements per week always defines a problem.

  2. B

    Consider the person's usual pattern and other symptoms; frequency alone does not define a problem.

  3. C

    The person cannot have constipation if they have any bowel movements each week.

  4. D

    No further assessment is needed unless the person stops eating.

08
Fill in the blank
1 point

When supporting nutrition during recovery from inactivity, protein needs should be .

09
Choose all
1 point

Which of the following are risk factors for venous thromboembolism? Select all correct choices.

  1. A

    Recent surgery or trauma

  2. B

    A history of venous thromboembolism

  3. C

    Use of estrogen-containing medication

  4. D

    Regular walking as allowed by the care plan

10
Choose all
1 point

Which people may be especially vulnerable to muscle loss during inactivity? Select all correct choices.

  1. A

    An older adult

  2. B

    A person who is already weak

  3. C

    A person who is poorly nourished

  4. D

    A healthy, well-nourished person with no illness or weakness is especially vulnerable solely because they are resting briefly

11
Choose one
1 point

A person who has been immobile suddenly develops shortness of breath and chest pain. What response is appropriate?

  1. A

    Schedule a routine follow-up visit and continue usual activities.

  2. B

    Seek emergency assessment.

  3. C

    Massage the calf and monitor symptoms overnight.

  4. D

    Wait for a scheduled appointment if the symptoms improve briefly.

12
Choose one
1 point

A person with reduced mobility is weak and has balance problems. Which plan best supports safer activity while addressing muscle loss?

  1. A

    Begin strenuous exercise immediately, regardless of balance or pain.

  2. B

    Avoid all movement until strength has returned completely.

  3. C

    Increase activity progressively within the care plan and monitor tolerance; involve therapy if functional limits affect safety.

  4. D

    Use passive movement alone as a complete substitute for strengthening activity.

13
Open ended
1 point

A person with reduced mobility has the urge to defecate but feels uncomfortable asking for help to get to the toilet. Describe two care considerations that could support comfortable, timely toileting.

14
Choose one
1 point

A person develops constipation while taking prescribed medication. What is the safest next step regarding the medication?

  1. A

    Stop the prescribed medication immediately without consulting anyone.

  2. B

    Review the medicines with the care team and do not change prescribed medication without clinical guidance.

  3. C

    Double the medication dose to restore bowel regularity.

  4. D

    Ignore the change because medicines cannot contribute to constipation.

15
Choose one
1 point

A person usually has a bowel movement every three days and reports no change in their pattern, hard stools, difficulty passing stool, or incomplete bowel movements. What is the best interpretation?

  1. A

    Classify the person as constipated based only on having fewer than three bowel movements per week.

  2. B

    Consider the person’s usual pattern along with stool hardness, difficulty passing stool, and whether bowel movements feel incomplete.

  3. C

    Recommend a laxative immediately because the person does not have a daily bowel movement.

  4. D

    Increase fiber rapidly and encourage fluids regardless of medical restrictions.

16
True or false
1 point

Venous thromboembolism can occur after a person has left the hospital.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

17
Choose one
1 point

A person cannot move independently and receives passive range-of-motion exercises. Which benefit should the care team expect from these exercises?

  1. A

    It provides the same muscle-strengthening benefit as active exercise.

  2. B

    It supports joint mobility but does not provide the same muscle-strengthening benefit as active movement.

  3. C

    It prevents all muscle loss during bed rest.

  4. D

    It should replace prescribed movement and strengthening plans.

18
Written response
1 point

What is the term for the loss of muscle strength and possible decrease in muscle size that occurs when muscles are used less?

19
Choose one
1 point

A person taking an opioid develops constipation. What is the most appropriate care response?

  1. A

    Stop the opioid immediately without consulting the care team.

  2. B

    Ignore the symptom because constipation is an expected effect of opioids.

  3. C

    Review the medicines with the care team and do not change prescribed medication without clinical guidance.

  4. D

    Take a laxative without checking whether it is appropriate.

20
Written response
1 point

What is the medical term for a potentially life-threatening event in which a clot travels to the lungs?