Restorative Skills Range of Motion Exercises

Question 1

What is the purpose of range of motion (ROM) exercises in restorative care?

Accepted Answer

To maintain or improve joint flexibility and prevent contractures

Answer

ROM exercises maintain or improve joint flexibility, prevent contractures, and preserve the resident's functional mobility.

Question 2

During passive range of motion (PROM), who provides the movement force?

Accepted Answer

The caregiver moves the joint for the resident

Answer

In passive ROM, the caregiver performs all movement without the resident exerting muscle effort, typically used when the resident cannot move the joint independently.

Question 3

Active assistive range of motion (AAROM) is best described as:

Accepted Answer

The resident provides some effort while the caregiver assists to complete the full movement

Answer

AAROM involves the resident using available muscle strength while the caregiver provides additional assistance to achieve the full range of motion.

Question 4

A restorative aide is performing PROM on a resident's shoulder and feels sudden resistance. What should the aide do?

Accepted Answer

Stop the movement immediately and report to the nurse

Answer

Sudden resistance during ROM may indicate pain, spasm, or injury; the aide must stop immediately and report to the supervising nurse to prevent harm.

Question 5

What is a contracture?

Accepted Answer

A permanent shortening of muscle and connective tissue causing limited joint movement

Answer

A contracture is a permanent shortening of muscle, tendon, or soft tissue that restricts joint mobility, often caused by prolonged immobility.

Restorative Skills Practice Test

Restorative Skills Practice Test

Restorative Skills Range of Motion Exercises