Ch. 23 (Safe Mobility) Flashcards
What is the most important aspect of physiologic function?
mobility
How are joints and connective tissues affected by aging?
harmed by continued use & begin to show wear & tear during early adulthood
What is a mild form of bone loss?
osteopenia
What is a condition where bones become weak and brittle due to decreased bone density, making them more prone to fractures?
osteoporosis
What kind of fracture is caused by little to no trauma which is usually related to osteoporosis?
fragility fracture
A lack of exercise will increase the risk of what?
- sacropenia
should increase resistance training
What are some environmental factors that increase the risk for falls?
- inadequate lighting
- lack of handrails on stairs
- slippery floors
- throw rugs
- clutter, cords, or other objects in walking path
- unfamiliar environments
- highly polished floors
- improper height of beds, chairs, or toilets
- physical restraints
he asked us to know this
Excessive anxiety about falling leads to what?
- activity avoidance
- decline in functioning
What is a degenerative inflammatory disease affecting joints and attached muscles, tendons and ligaments?
osteoarthritis
What degenerative inflammatory disease is characterized by pain, swelling, and limited movement of joints?
osteoarthritis
What are some interventions nurses can use to prevent falls?
- slip socks
- place fall risk pt in room closest to nursing station
- assistive devices
- using monitoring devices
- call light in reach
- always ask before leaving the room if the pt needs to use the restroom
