Ch 13 Health Science

Before allowing a patient to ambulate with crutches, the fit and size of the crutches must be deemed appropriate for that patient.

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When the patient is seated in bed and the head of the bed is raised to a 45-degree angle, this is called Fowler's position.

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The condition known as foot drop causes the toes to drag on the ground while walking.

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Ambulation improves circulation and muscle tone, preserves lung tissue and airway function, and helps promote muscle and joint mobility.

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To obtain correct posture, you must have good body alignment.

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Active-assistive range-of-motion exercises are done in a slow, gentle manner to avoid hurting the patient or harming joints and bones.

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The act of rotating a body part in a complete circle is called pronation.

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When performing ROM exercises, you should begin with the foot and work your way up the body.

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• False

Range-of-motion exercises should be performed at least three times a day.

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Any basic self-care task, including grooming, bathing, and eating, is called an activity of daily living.

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• False