N105: Essentials of Nursing Care - Health Differences

Essentials of Nursing Study Guide

9. A common psychological response to immobilityis: a. Decrease in self esteem b. Decreased sense of powerlessness c. Increase in problem solving ability d. Heightened perception of time intervals

©2017 Achieve Test Prep Page 120 of 160 11. Evaluating a patient’s progress towards remaining free of contractures while on bed rest is accomplishedby: a. Testing the strength of all muscle groups b. Measuring the degree of movement in the joints c. Assessing the degree of pain when moving theextremities d. Observing the patient’s participation duringexercise Answer Keys found on page 157 10. Which type of exercise helps maintain muscle strength in a leg immobilized due to a cast? a. Resistive b. Passive ROM c. Active ROM d. Isometric