chapter 32 part 3

Question 1

types of crutch depends on ?

Answer 1

the extent of disability or paralysis and the pt’s ability to bear wt and maintain balance

Question 2

when walking how should the pt’s walk w their crutches

Answer 2

w their elbow straighten out and wrist during wt bearing

Question 3

how many finger space should there be in between the crutches and armpit

and how should you elbow be flexed

Answer 3

2 finger space

30 degree angle

Question 4

shortening of skeletal muscle tissue causing deformity

Answer 4

contractures

Question 5

the major components to prevent contracture , loss of muscle tone, and fixation of joints can bee prevented how

Answer 5

w nursing intervention

gradual mobilization

exercise program

proper positioning

and having the pt family involved

Question 6

permanent fixation of joint

Answer 6

Ankylosis

Question 7

the most pathologic changes most commonly associated w/ lack of motion includes

Answer 7

Contracture

loss of muscle tone

Ankylosis

Question 8

the most common contracture that occur in pt immobilized for long period are?

Answer 8

foot drop

knee and hip flexion contracture

wrist drop

contracture of the fingers and arms

Question 9

used to support the wrist or elbow should support both joint of of the arm

and how should it be position

Answer 9

sling

it should be position so that the fastening at the neck area does not rub or press on a neck vessel

Question 10

may be used on an extremity to limit motion while healing takes place in the bone, joints, tendon, or muscle

Answer 10

splint

Question 11

may be used on the leg during healing of an ankle injury or during the healing phase of fracture

how many times should you assessed for friction or injury

Answer 11

brace or immobilizer

Question 12

what type of physical therapy can be used

Answer 12

specific exercise

ultrasound

electrical stimulation of the muscles

kinetic tapping

heat/cold