Mobility Flashcards
4 rules when moving/lifting patients
asses (position/weight of pt). legs (don’t lift with back), height (raise bed), device
dorsiflexion
pointing toes upwards
plantarflexion
pointing toes down
define BR c BRP
bedrest with bathroom privileges
define NWB
non-weight bearing
define no BLT
no bending, lifting, or twisting
what are some reasons for purposeful immobility
promote healing and tissue repair (cast, brace, splint, etc.), relieve swelling, decrease pain, alignment, support weakened area, avoid dislodging DVT
what is passive ROM
being assisted by someone else
what is assistive ROM
pt helps themself
what are the benefits of ambulation
strengthens lower muscles, decreases calcium loss, maintains normal breathing, increases joint flexibility, promotes circulation and appetite, relieves pressure on skin/tissues, prevents constipation, promotes independence and socialization
what are the progressive steps of ambulation
dangling, rolling, transfer belt, assistant with wheelchair, ambulation with pulse ox
how far does the arm need to bend for assistive devices such as wheelchairs, canes, and walkers
160 degrees
effects of immobility of respiratory,system
decreased activity –> decreased BMR –> decreased CO2 production –> decreased stimulation to breathe –> slower, shallow respirations
what is atelectasis
collapse of alveoli leading to partial collapse of lung
what is hypostatic pneumonia
inflammation of lung tissue from stasis/pooling of secretion
