Author Question: One indication that a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine was set up incorrectly would be 1. ... (Read 65 times)

JMatthes · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

One indication that a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine was set up incorrectly would be

1. The break in the platform is centered beneath the patient's knee.
2. The motion of the CPM is causing severe pain.
3. The machine is in line with the patient's hip.
4. The flexion is set to 80 degrees.

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a patient with an order for non-weight-bearing to the left leg. Which of the following would indicate that the patient is using the correct crutch gait?

1. The patient moves one foot and the opposite crutch forward at the same time.
2. The patient moves the first crutch forward and then the opposite foot forward.
3. The patient moves both crutches and the nonaffected foot forward at the same time.
4. The patient moves both crutches forward at the same time and then swings both feet forward.