Question 1

The patient is performing ROM exercises independently.These are known as ________________ exercises.

Accepted Answer

active ROM
ROM exercises may be active,p

Question 2

The patient is a strict Orthodox Jew who has had a knee replacement and is using a continuous passive motion machine (CPM).The patient is concerned because the Sabbath is coming up,and he does not believe that he can use the machine on the Sabbath.The nurse should:

Accepted Answer

A)  Respect the patient's wishes and not use the machine on the Sabbath 
B)  Consult the rabbi to obtain permission for the patient 
C)  Tell the patient that all he needs to do is turn his machine on and off 
D)  Double the number of treatments the day before and after the Sabbath 
A)  Respect the patient's wishes and not use the machine on the Sabbath 
B)  Consult the rabbi to obtain permission for the patient 
C)  Tell the patient that all he needs to do is turn his machine on and off 
D)  Double the number of treatments the day before and after the Sabbath

Question 3

A person's inability to move about freely is known as _______________.

Accepted Answer

immobility
Immobilit

Question 4

While ambulating,the patient becomes light-headed and starts to fall.The nurse should first:

Accepted Answer

A)  Call for help 
B)  Try to reach for a chair 
C)  Ease the patient down to the floor 
D)  Push the patient back toward the bed 
A)  Call for help 
B)  Try to reach for a chair 
C)  Ease the patient down to the floor 
D)  Push the patient back toward the bed

Question 5

The patient has been admitted for hypertension.His blood pressure is normally in the 160/90 range.He has been on bed rest for the past few days,and the doctor has started him on a new blood pressure medication.The nurse is assisting the patient to move from the bed to the chair for breakfast,but when the patient tries to sit up on the side of the bed,he complains of being dizzy and nauseous.The nurse lays the patient down and takes his vital signs.His pulse is 124.His blood pressure is 130/80.The nurse realizes that this blood pressure is indicative of:

Accepted Answer

A)  A normal blood pressure for this patient 
B)  Orthostatic hypotension 
C)  Orthostatic hypertension 
D)  Effective baroreceptor function 
A)  A normal blood pressure for this patient 
B)  Orthostatic hypotension 
C)  Orthostatic hypertension 
D)  Effective baroreceptor function

Question 6

Antiembolic stockings (TEDs)are ordered for the patient on bed rest after surgery.The nurse explains to the patient that the primary purpose for the elastic stockings is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  Keep the skin warm and dry 
B)  Prevent abnormal joint flexion 
C)  Apply external pressure 
D)  Prevent bleeding 
A)  Keep the skin warm and dry 
B)  Prevent abnormal joint flexion 
C)  Apply external pressure 
D)  Prevent bleeding

Question 7

When the four gaits listed below are compared,which is the most stable of the crutch gaits?

Accepted Answer

A)  Four-point gait 
B)  Three-point gait 
C)  Two-point gait 
D)  Swing-to gait 
A)  Four-point gait 
B)  Three-point gait 
C)  Two-point gait 
D)  Swing-to gait

Question 8

The patient has had a leg injury and is being fitted for a cane.The patient should be taught to:

Accepted Answer

A)  Hold cane on uninvolved side 
B)  Hold cane on weaker side 
C)  Extend the cane 15 inches from the foot when used 
D)  Maintain approximately 60 degrees of elbow flexion 
A)  Hold cane on uninvolved side 
B)  Hold cane on weaker side 
C)  Extend the cane 15 inches from the foot when used 
D)  Maintain approximately 60 degrees of elbow flexion

Question 9

The patient is a paraplegic who possesses good arm and hand strength.When the following devices are compared,which would be most appropriate for this patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Axillary crutch 
B)  Platform crutch 
C)  Lofstrand crutch 
D)  Standard crook cane 
A)  Axillary crutch 
B)  Platform crutch 
C)  Lofstrand crutch 
D)  Standard crook cane

Question 10

The nurse is concerned that the patient may fall while he is ambulating.To help her maintain control while the patient walks the nurse may apply a ______________ around the patient's waist.

Accepted Answer

gait belt
A gait belt encircle

Question 11

_________________ increase muscle tension but do not change the length of muscle fibers.

Accepted Answer

Isometric contractions
Isometr

Question 12

____________ refers to an ability to move about freely.

Accepted Answer

Mobility
Mobility re

Question 13

The nurse is caring for an immobile patient.Which of the following may help reduce the hazards associated with immobility? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  A high-fiber diet 
B)  Frequent repositioning 
C)  Muscle and joint exercises 
D)  Increased fluid intake 
E)   None of above 
A)  A high-fiber diet 
B)  Frequent repositioning 
C)  Muscle and joint exercises 
D)  Increased fluid intake 
E)   None of above

Question 14

When assessing for DVT,the most reliable finding for the nurse to consider is:

Accepted Answer

A)  A positive Homans' sign 
B)  Pallor to the distal area 
C)  Edema noted in the extremity 
D)  Tenderness and warmth on palpation 
A)  A positive Homans' sign 
B)  Pallor to the distal area 
C)  Edema noted in the extremity 
D)  Tenderness and warmth on palpation

Exam 10: Exercise and Ambulation

The patient is performing ROM exercises independently.These are known as ________________ exercises.

The patient is a strict Orthodox Jew who has had a knee replacement and is using a continuous passive motion machine (CPM).The patient is concerned because the Sabbath is coming up,and he does not believe that he can use the machine on the Sabbath.The nurse should:

A person's inability to move about freely is known as _______________.

While ambulating,the patient becomes light-headed and starts to fall.The nurse should first:

Antiembolic stockings (TEDs)are ordered for the patient on bed rest after surgery.The nurse explains to the patient that the primary purpose for the elastic stockings is to:

When the four gaits listed below are compared,which is the most stable of the crutch gaits?

The patient has had a leg injury and is being fitted for a cane.The patient should be taught to:

The patient is a paraplegic who possesses good arm and hand strength.When the following devices are compared,which would be most appropriate for this patient?

The nurse is concerned that the patient may fall while he is ambulating.To help her maintain control while the patient walks the nurse may apply a ______________ around the patient's waist.

_________________ increase muscle tension but do not change the length of muscle fibers.

____________ refers to an ability to move about freely.

The nurse is caring for an immobile patient.Which of the following may help reduce the hazards associated with immobility? (Select all that apply.)

When assessing for DVT,the most reliable finding for the nurse to consider is:

Using Evidence in Nursing Practice

Admitting, transfer, and Discharge

Communication

Reporting and Recording

Vital Signs

Health Assessment

Medical Asepsis

Sterile Technique

Safe Patient Handling, transfer, and Positioning

Orthopedic Measures

Support Surfaces and Special Beds

Safety

Disaster Preparedness

Pain Assessment and Basic Comfort Measures

Palliative Care

Personal Hygiene and Bedmaking

Pressure Ulcer Care

Care of Eye and Ear Prostheses

Safe Medication Preparation

Oral and Topical Medications

Parenteral Medications

Oxygen Therapy

Performing Chest Physiotherapy

Airway Management

Closed Chest Drainage

Emergency Measures for Life Support

Intravenous and Vascular Access Therapy

Blood Transfusions

Oral Nutrition

Enteral Nutrition

Parenteral Nutrition

Urinary Elimination

Bowel Elimination

Ostomy Care

Preoperativepostoperative Care

Intraoperative Care

Wound Care and Irrigations

Dressings,bandages,and Binders

Warm and Cold Therapy

Home Care Safety

Home Care Teaching

Specimen Collection

Diagnostic Procedures

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