CNA Assisting with Range of Motion Exercises

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of performing range of motion (ROM) exercises for bedridden patients?

Accepted Answer

To prevent joint stiffness, contractures, and muscle atrophy

Answer

ROM exercises maintain joint flexibility and prevent contractures (permanent shortening of muscles and tendons), as well as slowing muscle atrophy in patients who are unable to move independently.

Question 2

During passive range of motion exercises, a patient suddenly says "Ouch, that hurts!" when the CNA moves their knee. What should the CNA do?

Accepted Answer

Stop the exercise immediately and report the pain to the nurse

Answer

Pain during ROM exercises is a warning sign that should never be ignored. The CNA must stop immediately to prevent potential injury and report the pain to the nurse for further assessment.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of active range of motion exercise?

Accepted Answer

The patient moves their own arm through the full range of motion without CNA assistance

Answer

Active ROM exercises are performed entirely by the patient using their own muscle strength, without assistance from the CNA or any external force, making option B the correct example.

Question 4

Which movement describes bending a joint (such as the elbow or knee) to decrease the angle between the bones?

Accepted Answer

Flexion

Answer

Flexion is the movement that decreases the angle of a joint, such as bending the elbow to bring the forearm toward the upper arm or bending the knee to bring the lower leg toward the thigh.

Question 5

A care plan states that a patient should receive passive ROM exercises. When should the CNA perform these exercises?

Accepted Answer

According to the schedule specified in the care plan, typically during morning care

Answer

ROM exercises should be performed according to the patient's individual care plan schedule, typically integrated into morning or bathing care, to ensure consistent therapeutic benefit and proper documentation.

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CNA Assisting with Range of Motion Exercises