Author Question: Leg ulcers in older adults with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) are caused by a. Poor hygiene ... (Read 34 times)

CharlieWard · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Leg ulcers in older adults with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) are caused by

a. Poor hygiene practices
b. Pressure from bed-bound status
c. Impaired circulation to lower extremities
d. Dryness of the older adult's skin

Question 2

Passive range of motion is not

a. A method of assisting an individual to resume independence of function
b. A method of preventing deformities
c. A method of preventing increased limitation of activity
d. A form of exercise that the patient must do unassisted

Chou · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
The impaired circulation of PVD increases the older adult's risk for having decreased circulation and impaired wound healing. Responses A, B, and D all are factors that increase an older adult's risk of developing skin breakdown but are not specifically related to PVD.

Answer to Question 2

D
Responses A, B, and C all refer to passive range of motion. Passive range of motion generally requires that another person, usually the nurse or therapist, takes responsibility for the exercise program.