UNAR Range of Motion and Mobility 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is range of motion (ROM)?
- The degree of movement possible at a joint through its full arc of motion (Correct answer)
- A type of exercise machine
- A medical diagnosis
- A nursing skill level
Correct answer: The degree of movement possible at a joint through its full arc of motion
ROM exercises maintain joint flexibility and prevent contractures in patients with limited mobility.
Question 2: What is the difference between active and passive ROM?
- Active ROM is performed by the patient; passive ROM is performed by the caregiver (Correct answer)
- They are the same
- Active uses machines
- Passive means no movement
Correct answer: Active ROM is performed by the patient; passive ROM is performed by the caregiver
Active ROM builds strength; passive ROM maintains flexibility when patients cannot move independently.
Question 3: What is a contracture?
- A permanent tightening of muscles, tendons, and joints due to prolonged immobility (Correct answer)
- A muscle strain
- A broken bone
- A skin condition
Correct answer: A permanent tightening of muscles, tendons, and joints due to prolonged immobility
Contractures develop when joints are not moved through their range, causing permanent shortening of surrounding tissues.
Question 4: How should a nursing assistant assist with ambulation?
- Use a gait belt, walk slightly behind on the patient's weak side, and encourage proper posture (Correct answer)
- Pull the patient by the arm
- Walk ahead of the patient
- Only ambulance very slowly
Correct answer: Use a gait belt, walk slightly behind on the patient's weak side, and encourage proper posture
Proper ambulation assistance provides support while encouraging maximum patient independence.
Question 5: What is the purpose of positioning and repositioning?
- To prevent pressure injuries, maintain alignment, promote comfort, and prevent complications of immobility (Correct answer)
- Only for comfort
- Repositioning is unnecessary
- Only done during baths
Correct answer: To prevent pressure injuries, maintain alignment, promote comfort, and prevent complications of immobility
Regular repositioning prevents skin breakdown, respiratory complications, and musculoskeletal problems.
Question 6: What are the proper techniques for wheelchair safety?
- Lock brakes before transfers, position footrests properly, use seatbelt if ordered, and check tire pressure (Correct answer)
- No safety checks are needed
- Only lock brakes when parking
- Wheelchair safety is the patient's responsibility
Correct answer: Lock brakes before transfers, position footrests properly, use seatbelt if ordered, and check tire pressure
Wheelchair safety prevents falls and injuries during transfers and transport.
UNAR Range of Motion and Mobility 1
What is range of motion (ROM)?