UNAR Range of Motion and Mobility 3

Question 1

Which term describes a circular movement of a limb at its joint?

Accepted Answer

Circumduction

Answer

Circumduction is the cone-shaped circular movement of a limb, combining flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction.

Question 2

A patient winces in pain and says 'that hurts' during a ROM exercise. What should the nurse aide do?

Accepted Answer

Stop immediately and report the complaint to the nurse

Answer

Pain is never considered normal during ROM exercises; the nurse aide must stop and report any pain to the supervising nurse.

Question 3

Which patients are MOST likely to require passive ROM exercises?

Accepted Answer

Unconscious or paralyzed patients who cannot move on their own

Answer

Passive ROM is indicated for patients who cannot initiate or complete joint movement on their own, such as those who are unconscious or paralyzed.

Question 4

What is the PRIMARY purpose of ROM exercises for a nursing home resident?

Accepted Answer

To maintain joint flexibility and prevent contractures

Answer

The primary goal of ROM exercises is to maintain joint flexibility and prevent contractures caused by disuse.

Question 5

What is a contracture?

Accepted Answer

Permanent shortening of muscles and tendons causing joint rigidity

Answer

A contracture is the permanent shortening of muscles and tendons that results in the joint becoming fixed in a rigid position.

(UNAR) Utah Nursing Assistant Registry Practice Test