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olgavictoria

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The lack of weight bearing leads to what effects on the skeletal system?
 
  a. Demineralization, calcium loss
  b. Thickened bones
  c. Increased range of motion
  d. Increased calcium deposition in the bones

Question 2

The nurse and a student nurse are discussing the effects of bed immobility on patients. The nurse knows that the student nurse understands the concept of mobility when making which statement?
 
  a. Patients with impaired bed mobility have an increased risk for pressure ulcers.
  b. Patients with impaired bed mobility like to have extra visitors.
  c. Patients with impaired bed mobility need to have a mechanical soft diet.
  d. Patients with impaired bed mobility are prone to constipation.



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blfontai

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Weight bearing helps to strengthen the bone. Lack of weight bearing means that the bone is losing minerals and calcium that strengthen it. Thickened bones will not occur with the lack of weight bearing. Range of motion may be decreased with a lack of weight bearing movements.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Patients who cannot move themselves in bed are more susceptible to pressure ulcers because they cannot relieve the pressure they feel. Extra visitors or diet consistency do not have any bearing on mobility. Constipation should not be a by-product of immobility if a bowel regimen is instituted.




olgavictoria

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


robbielu01

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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