Ch 28 immobility

Question 1

reducing orthostatic hypotension

Answer 1

mobilize gradually as soon as allowed assessing using a safe-patient handling algorithm

Question 2

preventing developmental changes in older adults

Answer 2

encourage pt to do as many self-care act as possible

Question 3

braden scale

Answer 3

score from 6-23 w lower score, higher probability
18- general adult population
13- icu patients

Question 4

collaborative care- NAP

Answer 4

encourage leg exercises, incentive spirometer, cough and deep breathe, turn and reposition,
apply elastic stockings

Question 5

physical therapists

Answer 5

plan ROM exercises

Question 6

occupational therapists

Answer 6

ADL exercises

Question 7

other collaborative team members

Answer 7

wound care, RT, case manager, dietician

Question 8

trochanter roll

Answer 8

prevents external rotation of hips

Question 9

supported fowlers position

Answer 9

head elevated 45-60, knees slightly elevated

Question 10

sims position

Answer 10

wieght placed on anterior iliem, humerous, and clavicle

Question 11

impaired physical mobility care plan

Answer 11

assess pain and mobility
goals of pain relief, transfers, and ambulation (with device)
interventions of exercise therapy and pain management