CNA Assisting with Range of Motion Exercises 4

Question 1

A resident grimaces and says 'ouch' during a ROM exercise. What is the FIRST action the CNA should take?

Accepted Answer

Stop the exercise immediately and notify the nurse

Answer

Pain during ROM is a signal to stop immediately and report to the nurse before continuing.

Question 2

Which joint movement describes turning the palm of the hand upward?

Accepted Answer

Supination

Answer

Supination is the movement that rotates the forearm so the palm faces upward.

Question 3

When performing passive ROM on a resident's knee, the CNA should support the limb:

Accepted Answer

Above and below the joint being exercised

Answer

Supporting above and below the joint provides stability and prevents injury during movement.

Question 4

A resident has a physician order for ROM exercises twice daily. The CNA should perform each joint movement how many times per session?

Accepted Answer

3–5 times

Answer

The standard range is 3–5 repetitions per joint movement per session unless otherwise ordered.

Question 5

Which of the following conditions is the MOST common reason a physician orders ROM exercises for a resident?

Accepted Answer

To prevent contractures and maintain joint flexibility

Answer

ROM exercises primarily prevent contractures (permanent shortening of muscles/tendons) and preserve joint mobility.

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