GNUR 238 - Mobility and Sensory Perception Exam 3
UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT Answers
What is active range of motion? The client can move their own joints through a complete range of motion without
assistance
What is passive range of motion? The nurse or a therapist moves the client's joints through the range of motion
because the client is unable to do so independently
What are some nursing interventions for a patient with a Musculoskeletal & nervous system support, progressive mobility, self-care, and
musculoskeletal problem that would be part of the plan hourly rounding
of care?
What are some positioning devices used for patients with Pillows, splints, braces, and hand rolls
musculoskeletal issues?
What type of exercises are beneficial for patients with Isometric exercises and muscle strengthening activities
musculoskeletal issues?
Nursing Interventions for a Patient with a Musculoskeletal - Dangling, having the patient sit on the edge of the bed before standing to
Issue: Progressive Mobility prevent orthostatic hypotension and assess balance
- Gait training, assisting with ambulation using aids (walkers/canes)
Nursing Interventions for a Patient with a Musculoskeletal Encouraging the patient to perform as many of their own ADLs to maintain
Issue: Self-Care independence and function
Nursing Interventions for a Patient with a Musculoskeletal Actively checking on the patient to address comfort, positioning, and safety
Issue: Hourly Rounding needs
What are some safety precautions for a patient with a Fall prevention and activity tolerance
musculoskeletal problem?
Safety Precautions for a Patient with a Musculoskeletal Ensure the bed is in the lowest position, wheels are locked, call light within
Issue: Fall Prevention patients' reach, using nonskid footwear, and clear walking paths
Safety Precautions for a Patient with a Musculoskeletal Assessing patients' balance, posture, and alignment before attempting to move
Issue: Activity Tolerance them
What is foot drop? The foot remains plantar flexed through the swing phase; weak or absent
dorsiflexion
How is foot drop prevented? Keeping feet in a functional dorsiflexed position, using footboards at the end of
the bed or splint/boots (to keep at a 90-degree angle), and frequent ROM
exercises
UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT Answers
What is active range of motion? The client can move their own joints through a complete range of motion without
assistance
What is passive range of motion? The nurse or a therapist moves the client's joints through the range of motion
because the client is unable to do so independently
What are some nursing interventions for a patient with a Musculoskeletal & nervous system support, progressive mobility, self-care, and
musculoskeletal problem that would be part of the plan hourly rounding
of care?
What are some positioning devices used for patients with Pillows, splints, braces, and hand rolls
musculoskeletal issues?
What type of exercises are beneficial for patients with Isometric exercises and muscle strengthening activities
musculoskeletal issues?
Nursing Interventions for a Patient with a Musculoskeletal - Dangling, having the patient sit on the edge of the bed before standing to
Issue: Progressive Mobility prevent orthostatic hypotension and assess balance
- Gait training, assisting with ambulation using aids (walkers/canes)
Nursing Interventions for a Patient with a Musculoskeletal Encouraging the patient to perform as many of their own ADLs to maintain
Issue: Self-Care independence and function
Nursing Interventions for a Patient with a Musculoskeletal Actively checking on the patient to address comfort, positioning, and safety
Issue: Hourly Rounding needs
What are some safety precautions for a patient with a Fall prevention and activity tolerance
musculoskeletal problem?
Safety Precautions for a Patient with a Musculoskeletal Ensure the bed is in the lowest position, wheels are locked, call light within
Issue: Fall Prevention patients' reach, using nonskid footwear, and clear walking paths
Safety Precautions for a Patient with a Musculoskeletal Assessing patients' balance, posture, and alignment before attempting to move
Issue: Activity Tolerance them
What is foot drop? The foot remains plantar flexed through the swing phase; weak or absent
dorsiflexion
How is foot drop prevented? Keeping feet in a functional dorsiflexed position, using footboards at the end of
the bed or splint/boots (to keep at a 90-degree angle), and frequent ROM
exercises
