JMU NSG 352 FINAL Test Questions with Answers

JMU NSG 352 FINAL Test Questions with Answers How to help a patient who is immobile - Answer-- turn q2h - perform ROM passive ROM - Answer-the patient is completely unable to perform active ROM - Answer-the patient can perform with or without assistance automatic ROM - Answer-mechanical devices that move the joint Nursing interventions to prevent immobility - Answer-1) health promotion - encourage mobility - maintain weight - healthy diet - smoking cessation 2) injury prevention - safe environment at home - prevent work-related injuries - good body mechanics 3) fall prevention Fall risk screening - Answer-check for ... - age - history of falls - medications that affect BP / HR / level of consciousness - equipment that is tethered to them - bowel / bladder incontinence - mobility - cognition When should restraints be used? - Answer-Restraints should be used ONLY when other measures have been attempted and are unsuccessful in keeping the patient safe and are NOT a replacement for supervision