Exam 13: Maintaining Joint Mobility

Which joint would the nurse pronate when performing range of motion on the hospitalized client?

The nurse educator is discussing the use of the continuous passive motion mechanical (CPM)device for hospitalized clients.Based on recent evidence,which clients may benefit from the use of CPM during hospitalization or the rehabilitation process?

The nurse observes the client performing range of motion exercises by using the strong arm to help the weaker arm move through the motions.When documenting this activity,which terms will the nurse use?

The nurse is delegating the performance of passive range of motion to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP).For which client would it not be appropriate to delegate this task to the UAP?

The nurse teaches the immobilized client range of motion to improve muscle strength,endurance,and to help maintain cardiorespiratory function.Which activity is not appropriate for the nurse to include in the teaching session?

Which joint will the nurse circumduct when performing range of motion on the hospitalized client?

The nurse identifies which anticipated outcomes of using a continuous passive motion mechanical device on the postoperative client?

Which client would the nurse anticipate benefitting from continuous passive motion devices?

The nurse is performing passive range of motion on the client and notes that the client's ankle is red,edematous,and painful to the touch.Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

The nurse is applying the continuous passive motion (CPM)device to a postoperative client for the first time.Which flexion and extension settings are appropriate for this client?

The nurse caring for several clients could safely delegate which task to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

Which instrument does the nurse use to measure the arc or range of motion of a joint?

The nurse assesses the client after being on the CPM for 2 hours.When documenting in the medical record for this client,which item does the nurse exclude from the documentation?