Title: Describe changes to the musculoskeletal system that may occur in geriatric residents and what to report to the licensed nurse.
Course: Nurse Aide (14051) > Section: Unit VII: Basic Skills

Description should include

- changes such as osteoporosis, loss of muscle mass, and arthritis
- matters that should be reported, such as falls, joint pain, limping, decreased range of motion, and areas that are bruised, red, swollen, or painful to touch.