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CNA 2023

Chapter 24 Exercise and Activities

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Abduction is: moving a body part away from the midline of the body
Adduction is: moving a body part toward the midline of the body
Atrophy is: a decrease in size or wasting away of tissue
A contracture is: the lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of muscle.
Deconditioning is: the loss of muscle strength from inactivity
Dorsiflexion is: bending the toes and foot up at the ankle
Extension is: straightening a body part
External rotation is turning a joint: outward
Flexion is: bending a body part
Turning the foot down at the ankle is: plantar flexion
Foot drop is: when the foot falls down at the ankle
Hyperextension is: the excessive straightening of a body part
Internal rotation is turning a joint: inward
Orthostatic hypotension is: a drop in blood pressure when the person suddenly stands
Another name for permanent plantar flexion is: Foot drop
Pronation is turning a joint: downward
Rotation is turning a joint
Supination is turning a joint: upward
Syncope is: fainting.
The act of walking is: ambulation
Bed rest is ordered for which of the following reasons? To reduce pain
The doctor ordered strict bed rest for a resident. Which is correct? Everything is done for the person.
The doctor ordered bed rest for a resident. Which is correct? The person can perform some activities of daily living.
Bed rest places the person at risk for which of the following? Atrophy
Which will prevent complications of bed rest? Frequent position changes
A resident is on bed rest with bathroom privileges. When the person moves from a lying to a sitting or standing position, he or she is at resk for which of the following? Syncope
Orthostatic hypotension is prevented by: slowly changing positions.
Which of the following are signs of symptoms of orthostatic hypotension? Dizziness and weakness
A resident is on bed rest. Before the person gets out of bed, you need to position her in _______ position. Fowler's
A resident is on bed rest. Before the person gets out of bed, you need to measure which of the following? Blood pressure
The doctor ordered bed boards for a resident. Bed boards prevent: the mattress from sagging
The doctor ordered a footboard for a resident. The footboard prevents: plantar flexion
The doctor ordered trochanter rolls for a resident. Trochanter rolls prevent: the hips and legs from external rotation
A hip abduction wedge is positioned: between the person's legs
The doctor ordered a bed cradle for a resident. The bed cradle: keeps top liens off the feet.
Hand grips prevent contractures of the : thumb, fingers and wrist
The doctor ordered a trapeze for a resident. The person can use the trapeze: for exercises to strengthen arm muscles
The doctor ordered passive range -of-motion exercises for a resident. These exercises are done: by a health team member
The doctor ordered active-assistive range-of-motion exercises for a resident. These exercises are done: by the person with y our help.
Active range-of-motion exercises are done: by the person
You are delegated range-of-motion exercises. Which is correct Move the joint slowly, smoothly and gently
Which exercise is done to the shoulder? Extension
Which exercises are done to the elbow? Flexion and extension
Which exercises are done to the forearm? Pronation and supination
Which exercises are done to the wrist? Radial flexion and ulnar flexion
Which exercises are done to the thumb? Flexion and extension
Which exercises are done to the hip? Flexion and extension
Which exercises are done to the knee? Flexion and extension
Which exercises are done to the ankle? Dorsiflexion and plantar flexion
Which exercises are done to the foot? Pronation and supination
Which action will promote comfort while performing range-of-motion exercises? Support the part being exercised
A resident is unsteady. When assisting the person with ambulation, you need to apply: a transfer belt.
How at should you walk a person? As far as directed by the nurse and the care plan
When ambulation, a person needs to wear: nonskid footwear
When ambulating a person, you stand: to the side and slightly behind he person.
A resident has crutches. You need to do which of the following? Teach the person how to use them
Which statement about canes is correct? The grip is level with the hip.
A person uses a walker . Which is correct? The walker is moved first.
Which walking aids allow attachments? Walkers
Which provides support for weak body parts? Braces
A person wears a brace. You must: keep the skin under the brace clean and dry
Which statement about recreational activities is correct? The person may need help getting to and taking part in activities
OBRA requires activity programs for residents. Which is correct? Participating in activities of personal choice promotes the person's well-being
You can perform range-of-motion exercises to the neck only if: allowed by your center and the nurse instructs you to do so.
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