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Catherine Safari
on Oct 24, 2024Verified
A patient is admitted to the medical unit following a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) .Evidence of left-sided hemiparesis is noted,and the nurse will be following up on ROM and other exercises performed in physical therapy.The nurse should correctly teach the patient and family members which of the following principles of ROM exercises?
A) Flex the joint to the point of discomfort.
B) Medicate the patient after the ROM exercise session.
C) Move the joints quickly.
D) Provide support for distal joints.
Cerebrovascular Accident
A medical condition also known as a stroke, occurring when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients.
Hemiparesis
Weakness on one side of the body, often a result of a stroke or other brain injury.
ROM Exercises
Short for Range of Motion exercises, these are specific movements designed to maintain or increase the flexibility and mobility of joints.
- Comprehend the importance and application of range of motion exercises in patient care.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the importance and application of range of motion exercises in patient care.