A client has been prescribed bed rest for a prolonged time. To ...

[jc611]

A client has been prescribed bed rest for a prolonged time. To specifically promote the use of re-sistive isometric exercise for the client, the nurse will initiate:
 
  1. Quadriceps setting
  2. Gluteal muscle contraction
  3. Moving the arms and legs in circles
  4. Pushing against a footboard

Question 2

Which of the following objective assessment findings are likely to be seen in clients who have successfully implemented relaxation techniques? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Slower respirations
  2. Lower blood sugar levels
  3. Decreased heart rate
  4. Lower blood pressure
  5. Decreased deep reflexes
  6. Warmer skin temperature

[stanleka1]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 4
Resistive isometric exercises are those in which the individual contracts the muscle while pushing against a stationary object or resisting the movement of an object. An example of a resistive iso-metric exercise is pushing against a footboard. Quadriceps setting is an example of an isometric exercise. Gluteal muscle contraction is an example of an isometric exercise. Moving the arms and legs in a circle is an example of isotonic exercise.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1, 3, 4, 6
Decreased heart and respiratory rates, decreased blood pressure and oxygen consumption, and increased alpha brain activity and peripheral skin temperature characterize the relaxation re-sponse. The remaining options are not typical characteristics of the relaxed state.

[jc611]

Gracias!

[tkempin]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it