Skill 15 - Performs Modified Passive Range Of Motion (PROM) For One Knee And One Ankle

Question 1

Step 1

Answer 1

Explain procedure, speaking clearly, slowly, and directly maintaining face-to-face contact whenever possible

Question 2

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Answer 2

Privacy is provided with a curtain, screen, or door

Question 3

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Answer 3

Ensure that client is supine in bed and instruct client to inform candidate if pain is experienced during exercise

Question 4

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Answer 4

While supporting the leg at knee and ankle, bend the knee and the return leg to client’s normal position (flexion/extension) (AT LEAST 3 TIMES unless pain is verbalized) Move joints gently, slowly and smoothly through the range of motion, discontinuing exercise if client verbalizes pain

Question 5

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Answer 5

While supporting the foot and ankle close to the bed, push/pull foot toward head (dorsiflexion) and push/pull foot down, toes pointed down (plantar flexion) (AT LEAST 3 TIMES unless pain is verbalized) Move joints gently, slowly and smoothly through the range of motion, discontinuing exercise if client verbalizes pain

Question 6

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Answer 6

Signaling device is within reach and bed is in low position

Question 7

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Answer 7

After completing skill, wash hands