Activity Intolerance Flashcards
1
Q
What is activity intolerance?
A
Generalized deconditioning leading to an inability to participate in ADLs
2
Q
Bed rest, immobile, older adults, weak clients are likely to develop what?
A
Activity intolerance
3
Q
Signs of activity intolerance
A
Increased HR, RR, chest pain, weakness, diaphoresis with activity
4
Q
What are consequences of activity intolerance?
A
Further dependence on others & longer bouts of immobility
5
Q
How do nurses care for patient who have activity intolerance?
A
Pace care- carefully monitor patient response to all care provided
