A nurse is performing a nursing assessment of a patient suspected of having a musculoskeletal disorder. What is the primary focus of the nursing assessment with a patient who has a musculoskeletal disorder?
A) Range of motion
B) Activities of daily living
C) Gait
D) Strength
Ans: B
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The nursing assessment is primarily a functional evaluation, focusing on the patient's ability to perform activities of daily living. The nurse also assesses strength, gait, and ROM, but these are assessed to identify their effect on functional status rather than to identify a medical diagnosis.
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