____________ refers to an ability to move about freely. Correct
Answers Mobility
_________________ increase muscle tension but do not change
the length of muscle fibers. Correct Answers Isometric
contractions
4. An appropriate technique for the nurse to use when
performing range of motion (ROM) exercises is to:
a. Repeat each action five times during the exercise
b. Perform the exercises quickly and firmly
c. Support the proximal portion of the extremity being exercised
d. Continue the exercise slightly beyond the point of resistance
Correct Answers A
A drop in blood pressure that occurs when the patient changes
position from a horizontal to a vertical position is known as
_________________. Correct Answers orthostatic hypotension
A nurse encourages a patient to prevent venous stasis by:
a. Crossing the legs when sitting in a chair
b. Wearing thigh-length nylon stockings or garters
c. Elevating the legs on pillows while in bed
d. Increasing early ambulation Correct Answers D
A nurse should be concerned when observing a patient
performing isometric exercises if the patient is:
a. Holding his or her breath while exerting
b. Performing the exercises four times per day
, c. Tightening each muscle group for 8 seconds, then relaxing
d. Repeating each exercise 8 to 10 times for each muscle group
Correct Answers A
A patient is admitted to the medical unit following a
cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Evidence of left-sided
hemiparesis is noted, and the nurse will be following up on
ROM and other exercises performed in physical therapy. The
nurse correctly teaches the patient and family members which of
the following principles of ROM exercises?
a. Flex the joint to the point of discomfort.
b. Medicate the patient after ROM exercise session.
c. Move the joints quickly.
d. Provide support for distal joints. Correct Answers D
A patient with left hemiparesis is using a quad cane for
ambulation. The following is the correct technique for the nurse
to use in teaching the patient:
a. Use the cane on the right side, with the cane moving forward
first.
b. Use the cane on the left side, with the left leg moving forward
with the cane.
c. Use the cane in either hand, with the right leg moving forward
first.
d. Use the cane in either hand, with the left leg moving beyond
the forward placement of the cane. Correct Answers A
A person's inability to move about freely is known as
_______________. Correct Answers immobility