A nurse cares for a client with decreased mobility. Which ...

[james9437]

A nurse cares for a client with decreased mobility. Which intervention should the nurse implement to decrease this client's risk of fracture?
 
  a. Apply shoes to improve foot support.
  b. Perform weight-bearing activities.
  c. Increase calcium-rich foods in the diet.
  d. Use pressure-relieving devices.

Question 2

A rehabilitation nurse cares for a client who has generalized weakness and needs assistance with activities of daily living. Which exercise should the nurse implement?
 
  a. Passive range of motion
  b. Active range of motion
  c. Resistive range of motion
  d. Aerobic exercise

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Weight-bearing activity reduces bone mineral loss and promotes bone uptake of calcium, contributing to maintenance of bone density and reducing the risk for bone fracture. Although increasing calcium in the diet is a good intervention, this alone will not reduce the client's susceptibility to bone fracture. A foot support and pressure-relieving devices will not help prevent fracture, but may help with mobility and skin integrity.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Active range of motion is a part of a restorative nursing program. Active range of motion will promote strength, range of motion, and independence with activities of daily living.

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[mjenn52]

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