UNAR Range of Motion and Mobility 2

Question 1

What type of ROM exercise is performed entirely by the nurse aide without any effort from the patient?

Accepted Answer

Passive ROM

Answer

Passive ROM is performed by the nurse aide for the patient when the patient cannot move the joint themselves.

Question 2

Which joint movement involves bending a joint to decrease the angle between two bones?

Accepted Answer

Flexion

Answer

Flexion decreases the angle at a joint, such as bending the elbow or knee.

Question 3

During ROM exercises, how far should a nurse aide move a patient's joint?

Accepted Answer

To the point of slight resistance without forcing

Answer

The nurse aide should move each joint through its full range up to the point of slight resistance, never forcing movement.

Question 4

How frequently should ROM exercises typically be performed for a bedridden patient?

Accepted Answer

At least twice a day

Answer

ROM exercises are generally performed at least twice a day to maintain joint mobility and prevent contractures.

Question 5

Which movement brings a limb toward the body's midline?

Accepted Answer

Adduction

Answer

Adduction moves a limb toward the midline of the body, while abduction moves it away.

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