UNIT 3 - Ch. 29 Mobility Flashcards
Immobility
Inability to move around freely
Define footdrop
A contracture that results in permanent plantar flexion
Describe the Braden Scale
(6 components)
Evaluates 6 areas that put patients at risk for skin breakdown
Sensory preception
moisture
activity
mobility
nutrition
friction & sheer
Define ROM
Range of motion: the distance and direction a joint can move that is considered normal for the patient
Define active ROM
Pt has full independent movement of all joints
Define active-assistive ROM
a mix between full active and full passive
Caregiver minimally assists the pt or the pt minimally assists themselves in the movement of joints through a full motion
Define passive ROM
The caregiver moves the pt’s joints through a full motion
Describe this position: Supine
Pt lies flat on back
Describe this position: Prone
Pt lies face-down
Describe this position: Semi-fowler
Pt semi-sitting with head elevated 60 degrees
Describe this position: Fowler
Pt in sitting position at 90 degrees
Describe this position: Sim’s
Pt in semiprone position lying on their left side
Describe this position: Side-lying
Pt lying on their side
Describe this position: Dorsal recumbent
Pt lying supine with legs bent
Describe this position: Lithotomy
Pt lying supine with legs bent and open (think gynecologist)
Describe this position: Knee-chest
Pt lying in prone position with buttocks and knees drawn to chest
Describe this position: Trendelenburg’s
Pt lying supine with bed tilted so feet are above head. Usually 15-30 degrees
What is the first step in safely moving a pt?
Assess their ability to assist
What is the trochanter roll used for?
Used to prevent outward rolling of the hip
Define contracture
Permanent fixation of a joint
Define logrolling
A smooth movement that maintains straight and stabilized alignment of the patient’s spine preventing possible injury
What is the purpose of the Trochanter roll?
Used to prevent outward rolling of the hip
