Module 1 - Immobility and associated problems/Stress

Question 1

Hemiplegia is?

Answer 1

Paralysis on one side of the body

Question 2

Define paraplegia

Answer 2

Paralysis of the lower body half

Question 3

Define quadriplegia

Answer 3

Process of trunk and all four limbs

Question 4

Define diplegia

Answer 4

Symmetrical paralysis in any area of the body

Question 5

How does a mobility affect the circulation?

Answer 5

• Circulation is more sluggish, blood tends to pool independent areas, causing Edema
• Blood clots may form with stasis of blood or pressure on blood vessels
• Orthostatic hypotension occurs after prolonged the mobility because reflexes are slow

Question 6

Severe or prolonged stress can cause dysfunction. What are some examples

Answer 6

• Increase wear and tear on tissues
• Exhaustion of resources
• Exacerbation of chronic conditions

Question 7

Stress and disease: specific problems. 4 examples

Answer 7

• headache (May develop during or after stress response)
• Stomatitis (ulcers in the mouth) and necrotizing periodontal disease
• prolonged vasoconstriction (can impair function or necrosis in gastrointestinal tract or kidneys)
• precipitating factor (chronic infections, physical and/or emotional distress)