Comprehensive Diabetes And Mobility: Key
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What factors influence a person's Developmental stage, nutrition, lifestyle, and
body alignment and mobility? environmental factors.
What are the effects of immobility on Immobility can lead to decreased muscle tone,
the body systems? impaired circulation, and increased risk of pressure
ulcers.
What should be assessed in a health Information on physical activity levels, exercise
history to evaluate a person's habits, and any limitations or disabilities.
activity/exercise pattern?
What are essential aspects to assess in Posture, gait, joint appearance and movement,
a person's mobility? muscle mass and strength, activity tolerance, and
problems related to immobility.
What are common nursing diagnoses Activity intolerance, impaired physical mobility, risk
related to activity/exercise problems? for disuse syndrome, and sedentary lifestyle.
What are the benefits of exercise? Improves cardiovascular health, increases muscle
tone and flexibility, enhances immune system,
promotes weight loss, and decreases stress.
What types of exercises are there? Isometric, isotonic, isokinetic, aerobic, and anaerobic.
What principles of body mechanics Use proper alignment, maintain a wide base of
should be followed to prevent injury? support, avoid bending and twisting, squat to lift, and
keep objects close when lifting.
,What is the significance of the tripod It is the basic standing position from which the client
position in crutch walking? moves forward using crutches.
What should be prioritized for a client Using an incentive spirometer to prevent atelectasis
who is immobile? and improve oxygenation.
What are common positions for Fowler's, lateral, prone, Sims', and supine.
patients in bed?
What nursing measures can promote Promote exercise, plan and vary routines, use a
activity and exercise? buddy system, integrate exercise into daily activities,
and help attain target heart rates.
What developmental changes occur in Normal age-related changes include kyphosis, loss
older adults that affect mobility? of muscle tone, and decreased range of motion.
What are the risks associated with Cardiac injury, musculoskeletal injury, dehydration,
exercise? and temperature regulation issues.
What is the importance of assessing To identify capabilities and limitations, and to teach
physical functions in older adults? the importance of regular exercise and safety.
What should be included in a focused A focused nursing history and physical assessment to
nursing assessment for mobility? evaluate mobility and activity levels.
What are the benefits of a well- Improves overall health, enhances physical
structured exercise program? capabilities, and reduces the risk of chronic diseases.
How can nurses assist clients with By providing conditioning exercises, using assistive
ambulation? devices, and ensuring safety measures are in place.
What is the role of proper alignment It helps to move the body without causing injury and
in body mechanics? maintains balance and coordination.
What should be assessed before The client's physical capabilities, vital signs, and any
assisting a client out of bed after pain or discomfort.
surgery?
,What is the significance of teaching It helps maintain independence and prevents falls or
clients about the use of walking aids? injuries.
What are the signs of impaired Limited range of motion, difficulty in movement, and
physical mobility? increased fatigue during activity.
What is the impact of nutrition on Proper nutrition supports muscle strength and
mobility? energy levels necessary for mobility.
What should be included in the Assessment of energy levels, mobility improvements,
evaluation of a client's response to and any adverse effects experienced.
exercise strategies?
What are the key components of an Flexibility training, resistance training, and aerobic
exercise program? conditioning.
What is diabetes? A chronic metabolic disorder characterized by
hyperglycemia due to impaired insulin secretion,
action, or both.
What does the term 'diabetes' From the Greek word 'diabainein' meaning 'to pass
originate from? through', referring to excessive urination.
What does 'mellitus' mean in the From the Latin word 'mellis', meaning 'honeyed' or
context of diabetes? 'sweet', referring to sweet-tasting urine.
What is the estimated number of Approximately 38.4 million Americans, which is about
Americans affected by diabetes? 11.6% of the population.
What is the annual economic burden $412.9 billion.
of diabetes in the U.S.?
What are the fasting blood glucose 70-100 mg/dL.
target levels for normal glucose
homeostasis?
, What is the role of insulin in glucose Insulin lowers blood glucose by moving glucose into
homeostasis? muscle and fat cells and telling the liver to store
glucose as glycogen.
What is the function of glucagon? Glucagon raises blood glucose by signaling the liver
to break down glycogen into glucose and to
produce new glucose.
What are counter-regulatory Hormones like epinephrine, cortisol, and growth
hormones? hormone that oppose insulin and raise blood
glucose levels during stress or fasting.
What is the goal of insulin therapy in To mimic the normal insulin secretion pattern of basal
diabetes management? and bolus insulin.
What percentage of diabetes cases 5-10% of all diabetes cases.
are Type 1 diabetes?
What is gestational diabetes? Diabetes that occurs in up to 9% of pregnancies due
to insulin resistance caused by placental hormones.
What is the diagnostic criterion for A1C ≥ 6.5%.
diabetes using A1C?
What fasting plasma glucose level Fasting Plasma Glucose ≥ 126 mg/dL.
indicates diabetes?
What is the significance of the 2-hour A 2-hour OGTT ≥ 200 mg/dL indicates diabetes and is
OGTT in diabetes diagnosis? sensitive for detecting postprandial hyperglycemia.
What is Type 1 diabetes? An autoimmune disease where the immune system
attacks pancreatic β-cells, leading to absolute insulin
deficiency.
What triggers Type 1 diabetes? A combination of genetic susceptibility and
environmental exposure, often following viral
infections.
Concepts For Nursing – Questions & Answers
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Terms in this set (347)
What factors influence a person's Developmental stage, nutrition, lifestyle, and
body alignment and mobility? environmental factors.
What are the effects of immobility on Immobility can lead to decreased muscle tone,
the body systems? impaired circulation, and increased risk of pressure
ulcers.
What should be assessed in a health Information on physical activity levels, exercise
history to evaluate a person's habits, and any limitations or disabilities.
activity/exercise pattern?
What are essential aspects to assess in Posture, gait, joint appearance and movement,
a person's mobility? muscle mass and strength, activity tolerance, and
problems related to immobility.
What are common nursing diagnoses Activity intolerance, impaired physical mobility, risk
related to activity/exercise problems? for disuse syndrome, and sedentary lifestyle.
What are the benefits of exercise? Improves cardiovascular health, increases muscle
tone and flexibility, enhances immune system,
promotes weight loss, and decreases stress.
What types of exercises are there? Isometric, isotonic, isokinetic, aerobic, and anaerobic.
What principles of body mechanics Use proper alignment, maintain a wide base of
should be followed to prevent injury? support, avoid bending and twisting, squat to lift, and
keep objects close when lifting.
,What is the significance of the tripod It is the basic standing position from which the client
position in crutch walking? moves forward using crutches.
What should be prioritized for a client Using an incentive spirometer to prevent atelectasis
who is immobile? and improve oxygenation.
What are common positions for Fowler's, lateral, prone, Sims', and supine.
patients in bed?
What nursing measures can promote Promote exercise, plan and vary routines, use a
activity and exercise? buddy system, integrate exercise into daily activities,
and help attain target heart rates.
What developmental changes occur in Normal age-related changes include kyphosis, loss
older adults that affect mobility? of muscle tone, and decreased range of motion.
What are the risks associated with Cardiac injury, musculoskeletal injury, dehydration,
exercise? and temperature regulation issues.
What is the importance of assessing To identify capabilities and limitations, and to teach
physical functions in older adults? the importance of regular exercise and safety.
What should be included in a focused A focused nursing history and physical assessment to
nursing assessment for mobility? evaluate mobility and activity levels.
What are the benefits of a well- Improves overall health, enhances physical
structured exercise program? capabilities, and reduces the risk of chronic diseases.
How can nurses assist clients with By providing conditioning exercises, using assistive
ambulation? devices, and ensuring safety measures are in place.
What is the role of proper alignment It helps to move the body without causing injury and
in body mechanics? maintains balance and coordination.
What should be assessed before The client's physical capabilities, vital signs, and any
assisting a client out of bed after pain or discomfort.
surgery?
,What is the significance of teaching It helps maintain independence and prevents falls or
clients about the use of walking aids? injuries.
What are the signs of impaired Limited range of motion, difficulty in movement, and
physical mobility? increased fatigue during activity.
What is the impact of nutrition on Proper nutrition supports muscle strength and
mobility? energy levels necessary for mobility.
What should be included in the Assessment of energy levels, mobility improvements,
evaluation of a client's response to and any adverse effects experienced.
exercise strategies?
What are the key components of an Flexibility training, resistance training, and aerobic
exercise program? conditioning.
What is diabetes? A chronic metabolic disorder characterized by
hyperglycemia due to impaired insulin secretion,
action, or both.
What does the term 'diabetes' From the Greek word 'diabainein' meaning 'to pass
originate from? through', referring to excessive urination.
What does 'mellitus' mean in the From the Latin word 'mellis', meaning 'honeyed' or
context of diabetes? 'sweet', referring to sweet-tasting urine.
What is the estimated number of Approximately 38.4 million Americans, which is about
Americans affected by diabetes? 11.6% of the population.
What is the annual economic burden $412.9 billion.
of diabetes in the U.S.?
What are the fasting blood glucose 70-100 mg/dL.
target levels for normal glucose
homeostasis?
, What is the role of insulin in glucose Insulin lowers blood glucose by moving glucose into
homeostasis? muscle and fat cells and telling the liver to store
glucose as glycogen.
What is the function of glucagon? Glucagon raises blood glucose by signaling the liver
to break down glycogen into glucose and to
produce new glucose.
What are counter-regulatory Hormones like epinephrine, cortisol, and growth
hormones? hormone that oppose insulin and raise blood
glucose levels during stress or fasting.
What is the goal of insulin therapy in To mimic the normal insulin secretion pattern of basal
diabetes management? and bolus insulin.
What percentage of diabetes cases 5-10% of all diabetes cases.
are Type 1 diabetes?
What is gestational diabetes? Diabetes that occurs in up to 9% of pregnancies due
to insulin resistance caused by placental hormones.
What is the diagnostic criterion for A1C ≥ 6.5%.
diabetes using A1C?
What fasting plasma glucose level Fasting Plasma Glucose ≥ 126 mg/dL.
indicates diabetes?
What is the significance of the 2-hour A 2-hour OGTT ≥ 200 mg/dL indicates diabetes and is
OGTT in diabetes diagnosis? sensitive for detecting postprandial hyperglycemia.
What is Type 1 diabetes? An autoimmune disease where the immune system
attacks pancreatic β-cells, leading to absolute insulin
deficiency.
What triggers Type 1 diabetes? A combination of genetic susceptibility and
environmental exposure, often following viral
infections.
