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tth

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse explains that when range of motion (ROM) is performed by the patient, it is called:
 
  a. assisted.
  b. passive.
  c. active.
  d. coordinated.

Question 2

The postmenopausal woman asks the nurse about the risk of osteoporosis and how to find out if she is at risk. The nurse tells her the best test for this is:
 
  a. skeletal x-ray.
  b. bone density scan.
  c. calcium blood level.
  d. CAT scan.


underwood14

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
ROM performed actively by the patient is designated as active ROM.

Answer to Question 2

B
Bone density testing can identify women at risk for fractures.


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