Mobility Flashcards
Why do we put pts in specific positions?
To prevent skin breakdown, contractions, and discomfort
What are the different ways to position a pt?
Fowlers, lateral, prone, sims, supine
What are some positioning devices?
adjustable beds, siderails, pillows, trapeze, footboard/foot cradle
What allows or prevents movement?
bones, joints, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, muscles, nerves
What factors aid balance?
line of gravity, center of gravity, base of support
what is Joint Mobility?
maximum movement of the joint in alignment with its natural ability
A disease that affects joint mobility?
arthritis
What do we ask for/about when assessing mobility?
Full health history
Baseline functioning screening
Home Assessment
Safety
Assistance
Need for in-home support
Head to Toe physical exam
ROM ability
Gait
What are some kinds of assistive devices?
Ambulation Aides
Joint support devices (splints)
Bed mobility Aides
Trapeze
Side rails
Self positioning beds
Transfer aides
ADL supports
*What can the nurse do to aid immobility?
Skincare
Assess mobility & skin condition
Passive exercises
Hygiene (ADLS)
Hair care & Mouth care
Toileting
Nutritional Support
Proper use of assistive devices
proper positioning
Degree of the bed for fowlers position?
30-60 degrees
degree of the bed for high fowlers position?
HOB 90 degrees
what is integumentary immobility
pressure injuries
GI immobility
slow peristalsis
dec appetite
Urinary immobility
pooling
retention
need for assistive devices
