Ch. 23 (Safe Mobility)

Question 1

What is the most important aspect of physiologic function?

Answer 1

mobility

Question 2

How are joints and connective tissues affected by aging?

Answer 2

harmed by continued use & begin to show wear & tear during early adulthood

Question 3

What is a mild form of bone loss?

Answer 3

osteopenia

Question 4

What is a condition where bones become weak and brittle due to decreased bone density, making them more prone to fractures?

Answer 4

osteoporosis

Question 5

A lack of exercise will increase the risk of what?

Answer 5

• sacropenia

should increase resistance training

Question 6

What are some environmental factors that increase the risk for falls?

Answer 6

• 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

Question 7

Excessive anxiety about falling leads to what?

Answer 7

• activity avoidance
• decline in functioning

Question 8

What is a degenerative inflammatory disease affecting joints and attached muscles, tendons and ligaments?

Answer 8

osteoarthritis

Question 9

What degenerative inflammatory disease is characterized by pain, swelling, and limited movement of joints?

Answer 9

osteoarthritis

Question 10

What are some interventions nurses can use to prevent falls?

Answer 10

• 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

Question 11

How do we care for fractures?

Answer 11

• deep breathing & coughing exercises
• isometric & ROM exercises
• frequent turning & position changes
• mobilize as EARLY as possible

should always be suspected when an older adult falls or has trauma

Question 12

What leads to risk for fractures?

Answer 12

• pneumonia
• thrombus formation
• pressure injuries
• renal calculi
• fecal impaction
• contractures

Question 13

What are nursing considerations for osteoarthritis?

Answer 13

• weight reduction
• household assistance
• occupational & physical therapy
• arthroplasty
• low-impact exercise

ensure pt understands instructions & adheres to plan